Construction

Driving Through Work Zones

The safe flow of traffic across work zones is a concern for transportation officials, businesses and the public. The lives of workers and other drivers depend on both the appropriate indication of work zones and safe driving practices. The best way to avoid injuries and fatalities and enhance traffic operation and safety within work zones is to comply with the following driving safety measures:

• Stay alert and drive defensively, dedicating all of your attention to the road.
• Look out for and pay attention to all work zone signs and flaggers.
• Headlights should be turned on so that workers and other drivers are aware of passing automobiles.
• Never speed. Slow down as you approach the work zone and observe the posted work zone speed limits.
• Keep up with traffic flow.
• Do not resume normal speed until roadway signs indicate that it is safe to do so.
• Do not tailgate. Leave breaking room between your vehicle and the one in front.
• Leave a safe distance between your vehicle and traffic barriers, construction trucks and equipment and workers.
• Don't change lanes in a work zone or pass on the shoulder.
• Pay attention and avoid distractions such as cell phones and the radio.
• Be patient and plan ahead for delays.
• Expect the unexpected by keeping an eye out for workers and equipment.