Traffic Safety
Safety is always a primary concern, especially in work zones. The following tips are intended to help everyone to stay safe.
Motorists:
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- Be patient.
- Drive at the posted Work Zone speed limit.
- Stay alert and pay close attention to signs and flaggers.
- Expect the unexpected.
- Turn on your headlights, if instructed to do so.
- Maintain a safe distance around all vehicles. Do not tailgate.
- Avoid distractions and give pay attention to the road.
- Always buckle up.
Pedestrians:
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- Avoid walking through the area, as work zones are potentially dangerous places with construction vehicles and workers often moving suddenly when performing their tasks.
- Be alert.
- Cross at signaled crosswalks.
Additional Resources
The following are additional traffic safety resources: