Automated Flaggers and Work Zone Safety

Episode 47 of the The DOT POD podcast, hosted by NYSDOT - The DOT POD, titled "Automated Flaggers and Work Zone Safety" was published on September 2, 2025 and runs 23 minutes.

September 2, 2025 ·23m · The DOT POD

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Summary

They may look like one armed trailers, but Automated Flagger Assistance Devices are proving to be a game changer for worker protection in our New York State work zones. On this episode of the DOT POD, Josh and Anya travel to the Great New York State Fair and sit down with Matt Petrie, the Director of DOT's Bureau of Employee Safety and Health. Join them as they discuss the importance of work zone safety and the introduction of new technology, like the Automated Flaggers, that are helping to keep our workers safe.

Episode Description

They may look like one armed trailers, but Automated Flagger Assistance Devices are proving to be a game changer for worker protection in our New York State work zones.

On this episode of the DOT POD, Josh and Anya travel to the Great New York State Fair and sit down with Matt Petrie, the Director of DOT's Bureau of Employee Safety and Health.

Join them as they discuss the importance of work zone safety and the introduction of new technology, like the Automated Flaggers, that are helping to keep our workers safe.