I am a manufacturer of traffic control devices that are fully compliant with the MUTCD. Can I advertise my products as “FHWA Approved” or “MUTCD Approved”?
The FHWA does not approve or endorse individual devices or products as being MUTCD compliant. It is not appropriate to include the terms “FHWA Approved” or “MUTCD Approved” in product literature or advertisements. State and local highway agencies are responsible for assuring that devices they use on public roads under their jurisdiction are compliant with the MUTCD. Note that highway agencies, before using a product, usually have other determinations they must make, such as whether the product meets the agency’s product qualification criteria, has been tested for quality, etc. The FHWA is not involved in these determinations. For some products, State and local highway agencies need to determine whether the product has been found to be crashworthy in accordance with NCHRP Report 350. The FHWA Office of Safety is responsible for reviewing and accepting crashworthiness tests of devices and appurtenances (such as supports) that are placed within the right of way. That is a completely separ
The FHWA does not approve or endorse individual devices or products as being MUTCD compliant. It is not appropriate to include the terms “FHWA Approved” or “MUTCD Approved” in product literature or advertisements. State and local highway agencies are responsible for assuring that devices they use on public roads under their jurisdiction are compliant with the MUTCD. Note that highway agencies, before using a product, usually have other determinations they must make, such as whether the product meets the agency’s qualification criteria, has been tested for quality, durability, etc., and meets the agency’s detailed product specifications. The FHWA is not involved in these determinations. For some products, State and local highway agencies need to determine whether the product has been found to be crashworthy in accordance with NCHRP Report 350. The FHWA Office of Safety is responsible for reviewing and accepting crashworthiness tests of devices and appurtenances (such as supports) that a
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