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Aug 29 2024

Driving Through Construction Zones: Safety First!

Navigating construction zones can be challenging, but with the following tips, you can ensure a safe journey:

Slow Down 

As you approach and drive through construction areas, make sure to reduce your speed. Begin slowing down as soon as you see warning signs, even if the construction isn’t visible yet.

Follow Signs and Signals 

Pay close attention to posted signs, flaggers, and electronic message boards. It’s important to obey instructions from construction workers and flaggers—they’re there to keep everyone safe.

Watch for Workers and Equipment 

Be vigilant for workers and construction vehicles that might enter your lane. Keeping your eyes on the road and avoiding distractions is key to staying safe.

Be Prepared for Sudden Stops 

Stay alert for traffic that may slow down or stop unexpectedly. Maintaining a safe following distance allows you to react in time to sudden stops.

Merge Early 

If you see a lane closure ahead, merge as soon as possible. Early merging helps prevent last-minute lane changes, which can lead to collisions. 

By following these guidelines, you’ll contribute to a safer driving environment for everyone in and around construction zones. Stay safe out there!

Apr 8 2016

National Work Zone Awareness 2016

April 11-15, 2016: Respect the Orange

The week of April 11-15, 2016, the Federal Highway Administration encourages, “Don’t Be THAT Driver!” This year’s National Work Zone Awareness theme focuses on a current road safety topic: distracted driving. Construction zones are dangerous enough without mixing in the added hazard of driving distractions. With so much confusion going on in a work zone, taking your eyes off the road, hands off the wheel and/or mind off of driving, even for a second, can lead to an unfortunate crash. Besides being aware of in-vehicle distractions also avoid the temptation to try and see what the road workers are doing. Remember to slow down to a safe speed, drive more cautiously and focus on the task at hand.

Mar 27 2015

Danger Zone

Road Work and You

Today marks the close of 2015 National Work Zone Awareness Week which advised drivers to “Expect the Unexpected”. Road worker safety is always good to have in the forefront of your mind, especially in the coming summer months as road construction will undoubtedly increase. The main thing to remember when you see orange (signs, cones, and vests) along the road is slow down and drive more cautiously. Keep your focus on navigating through the changing lanes, speeds and road conditions. The smallest distraction could be disastrous. Obey the posted construction signs and workers giving you instructions. And if safety for all is not a good enough motivator, remember almost all states have larger fines for speeding and other traffic infractions in a construction zone.