(Hybrid) MTBMA Safety Committee Meeting

This Month’s Safety Committee Meeting: Portable Signals & AFADs: Smarter Safety and Efficiency in Work Zones with Horizon Signal

As work zones grow more complex and traffic volumes increase, the demand for safer and more efficient temporary traffic control solutions has never been greater. This session will explore the evolving role of portable traffic signals and Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (AFADs) in modern work zone management. Attendees will learn about current specifications, best practices, and use cases for these technologies—including how they reduce risk for flaggers, enhance driver compliance, and improve operational efficiency. We'll also discuss how these tools integrate with broader ITS solutions and support safety objectives in both short- and long-duration projects. Whether you're a contractor, agency official, or engineer, this session will provide practical insights into deploying these systems effectively.

Brian Watson

Regional Sales Manager

Horizon Signal

Brian Watson is a roadway construction and technology sales leader with deep experience in B2B and B2G markets. He specializes in Portable Traffic Signals, AFADs and intelligent transportation systems (ITS). Brian works closely with DOTs, municipalities, and traffic safety stakeholders. As a regional manager at Horizon Signal Technologies, he leads strategic sales and safety-focused solutions across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Brian graduated with an MBA from Penn State. Brian is a frequent presenter and active member in national roadway safety coalitions including ATSSA.