Keep Construction Zones
Safe This Summer
Summer is a popular time for road construction. While these projects are designed to improve the safety of our roadways, the process often puts both drivers and workers at risk. Recently, there were 87,606 crashes in work zones, resulting in 576 fatalities. This equates to one work-zone fatality every 15 hours. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, 41 percent of fatal work- zone crashes involve rear-end collisions. The most common crash factors include speeding, lack of seat belt use, and alcohol impairment. To stay safe this summer, we encourage drivers to take the following precautions to avoid an automobile accident. Expect the unexpected. Normal speed limits may be reduced, traffic lanes may be altered, construction workers and equipment may be located on or near the road, and pedestrians may be forced to take alternate routes. Slow down. Drivers should proceed slowly when entering construction zones.
Follow the rules. Obey signs and speed guidelines to account for the conditions. Follow the instructions provided by construction signs and flaggers. Don’t tailgate. Keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. Pay attention. Avoid distractions, such as cellphones, while traveling through construction zones.
Expect delays. Schedule enough time to drive safely, and check the current traffic conditions before you drive. Give workers space. Leave as much space as possible between your vehicle and workers in a work zone.
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