Pedestrian Protection by Phase of Construction    Pedestrian Protection Phase of Construction Covered Walkway - Sidewalk - Covered Walkway - Roadway - Open Walkway - Sidewalk - Open Walkway - Roadway - Sidewalk Closure Raze         P Facade Demolition 2† 2†     P Sheeting & Shoring & Excavation P* 2* P* 2*   Concrete or Steel Frame Construction   P     2 Skin or Façade Construction   P     2 Post Skin P   P 2   Sidewalk and Streetscape Work       P** 2** Utility Work or other Work in ROW       P** 2** P = DDOT preferred method 2 = Next alternative * For intermittent closures due to lifting overhead, a flagger hould be used at both ends of the walkway ** These closures are expected to last no longer than 4 to 8 weeks † When minimal overhead danger is present, covered walkways are the preferred method Note: This represents the general policy of the District Department of Transportation. A site-specific modification is allowed. This request must be submitted in writing along with the traffic control plan and public space permit application; and must explain the modification and the site-specific conditions that require the modification. « Return to main Pedestrian Safety and Work Zone Standards page