This is a Free Safety Academy Workshop

Course Description:

This class aims to advance the practitioner's knowledge of traffic operations and geometric design beyond basic awareness. We will share both best and noteworthy practices, as well as the latest research in modern roundabout design. Participants will engage in group exercises to improve familiarity with capacity analysis and design principles. Attendees are encouraged to bring local case studies of current or potential roundabout projects to be discussed during the workshop. Existing Connecticut roundabout projects and lessons learned will also be examined.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this class, participants will know how to:

• Describe the basic features of modern roundabouts and the differences between other circular intersections 
• Describe the feasibility of roundabouts in different environments, settings and context  
• Describe intersection performance metrics 
• Apply basic traffic operational models and capacity calculations for roundabouts 
• Describe key geometric design principles and signing and marking suggested practices 
• Describe design strategies for pedestrians and bicyclists 
• Describe the key considerations when planning an area's first roundabout 
• Describe state of the practice for signing, marking, lighting and construction phasing 
• Apply safety, operations and design principles to CT case studies 
• Describe educational tools and resources for roundabouts

Who Should Attend:

This program is designed for Town Engineers, Directors of Public Works, Planners and Officials with at least one year of experience.
 
Participants will receive 8 credit hours toward their CT Safety Champion designation. 

Credit Hours