Pedestrian Protection

A wide range of construction and maintenance activities occur across the University of Texas at Austin campus. These activities frequently extend beyond traditional construction fencing and occupy shared spaces used by pedestrians, vehicles, UT carts, bicycles, and scooters. 

Pedestrian Protection Requirements 

The following table outlines the minimum pedestrian protection requirements for any work that impacts public access to ensure the safety and mobility of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Ttable outlining the minimum pedestrian protection requirements for any work that impacts public access to ensure the safety and mobility of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Additional Pedestrian Protection Details

Table outlining additional pedestrian protection details.

Required Safety Measures for PITs and MEWPs

Additional safety measures are required to prevent collisions and ensure visibility when operating Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs) or Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) in areas accessible to pedestrians, bicycles, vehicles, and scooters. As outlined below, flaggers and spotters are required when operating PITs or MEWPs outside the boundaries of a secure construction site.

Additional safety measures required when operating Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs) or Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)