National Center for Rural Road Safety’s Post

"Work Zones are temporary. Actions behind the wheel can last forever.” As we start National Work Zone Awareness week, we are reminded of the importance of safe driving practices when traveling through work zones. Ultimately, it’s not just work crews that are at risk, it’s drivers themselves. In 2022, a vast majority (over 80%) of people who died in work zones were motorists and their passengers, based on NHTSA FARS data. Here’s how you can do your part: Reduce Your Speed, Avoid Distractions, and Stay Alert! #NWZAW #WorkZoneSafety

This week is National Work Zone Awareness Week! Large trucks are over represented in #workzone crashes, making up nearly one-third of fatal work zone crashes. With work zones presenting challenges on our roads -- like narrowed lanes, sudden stops, shifting traffic patterns, and uneven road surfaces -- it’s important we all understand how to navigate safely through these areas. Be aware of passenger vehicle drivers around you, who may not be aware of commercial vehicle driving challenges, including large blind spots and longer stopping distances. When approaching lane closures, move into the open lane as soon as possible – pay close attention to vehicles around you that could be in your blind spot. It’s critical that all road users approach work zones with caution and do their part to keep the road safe for everyone! #NWZAW #trucking #NationalWorkZoneAwarenessWeek #safety #safetyontheroad #roadwaysafety #safetyfirst #transportation

What can YOU do to help keep work zones safe? 🚧Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you when driving through a work zone. Sudden stops can happen unexpectedly. 🚧Obey posted speed limits and be prepared for reduced speeds in work zones. 🚧Follow all signs and directions given by flaggers or workers directing traffic. 🚧 Avoid distractions such as using your phone, eating, or adjusting the radio while driving through work zones. 🚧Merge as soon as possible when approaching a lane closure to maintain a smooth traffic flow. 🚧 Be patient and courteous towards other drivers and workers in the work zone. Let's all do our part to make work zones safer for everyone. #WorkerSafety #WorkZoneWisdom #RespectTheConeZone #WorkZoneWisdom #DriveSafe #DriveSmart #WorkZoneAwareness

What can YOU do to help keep work zones safe? 🚧Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you when driving through a work zone. Sudden stops can happen unexpectedly. 🚧Obey posted speed limits and be prepared for reduced speeds in work zones. 🚧Follow all signs and directions given by flaggers or workers directing traffic. 🚧 Avoid distractions such as using your phone, eating, or adjusting the radio while driving through work zones. 🚧Merge as soon as possible when approaching a lane closure to maintain a smooth traffic flow. 🚧 Be patient and courteous towards other drivers and workers in the work zone. Let's all do our part to make work zones safer for everyone. #WorkerSafety #WorkZoneWisdom #RespectTheConeZone #WorkZoneWisdom #DriveSafe #DriveSmart #WorkZoneAwareness

What can YOU do to help keep work zones safe? 🚧Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you when driving through a work zone. Sudden stops can happen unexpectedly. 🚧Obey posted speed limits and be prepared for reduced speeds in work zones. 🚧Follow all signs and directions given by flaggers or workers directing traffic. 🚧 Avoid distractions such as using your phone, eating, or adjusting the radio while driving through work zones. 🚧Merge as soon as possible when approaching a lane closure to maintain a smooth traffic flow. 🚧 Be patient and courteous towards other drivers and workers in the work zone. Let's all do our part to make work zones safer for everyone. #WorkerSafety #WorkZoneWisdom #RespectTheConeZone #WorkZoneWisdom #DriveSafe #DriveSmart #WorkZoneAwareness

What can YOU do to help keep work zones safe? 🚧Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you when driving through a work zone. Sudden stops can happen unexpectedly. 🚧Obey posted speed limits and be prepared for reduced speeds in work zones. 🚧Follow all signs and directions given by flaggers or workers directing traffic. 🚧 Avoid distractions such as using your phone, eating, or adjusting the radio while driving through work zones. 🚧Merge as soon as possible when approaching a lane closure to maintain a smooth traffic flow. 🚧 Be patient and courteous towards other drivers and workers in the work zone. Let's all do our part to make work zones safer for everyone. #WorkerSafety #WorkZoneWisdom #RespectTheConeZone #WorkZoneWisdom #DriveSafe #DriveSmart #WorkZoneAwareness

What can YOU do to help keep work zones safe? 🚧Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you when driving through a work zone. Sudden stops can happen unexpectedly. 🚧Obey posted speed limits and be prepared for reduced speeds in work zones. 🚧Follow all signs and directions given by flaggers or workers directing traffic. 🚧 Avoid distractions such as using your phone, eating, or adjusting the radio while driving through work zones. 🚧Merge as soon as possible when approaching a lane closure to maintain a smooth traffic flow. 🚧 Be patient and courteous towards other drivers and workers in the work zone. Let's all do our part to make work zones safer for everyone. #WorkerSafety #WorkZoneWisdom #RespectTheConeZone #WorkZoneWisdom #DriveSafe #DriveSmart #WorkZoneAwareness

What can YOU do to help keep work zones safe? 🚧Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you when driving through a work zone. Sudden stops can happen unexpectedly. 🚧Obey posted speed limits and be prepared for reduced speeds in work zones. 🚧Follow all signs and directions given by flaggers or workers directing traffic. 🚧 Avoid distractions such as using your phone, eating, or adjusting the radio while driving through work zones. 🚧Merge as soon as possible when approaching a lane closure to maintain a smooth traffic flow. 🚧 Be patient and courteous towards other drivers and workers in the work zone. Let's all do our part to make work zones safer for everyone. #WorkerSafety #WorkZoneWisdom #RespectTheConeZone #WorkZoneWisdom #DriveSafe #DriveSmart #WorkZoneAwareness

What can YOU do to help keep work zones safe? 🚧Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you when driving through a work zone. Sudden stops can happen unexpectedly. 🚧Obey posted speed limits and be prepared for reduced speeds in work zones. 🚧Follow all signs and directions given by flaggers or workers directing traffic. 🚧 Avoid distractions such as using your phone, eating, or adjusting the radio while driving through work zones. 🚧Merge as soon as possible when approaching a lane closure to maintain a smooth traffic flow. 🚧 Be patient and courteous towards other drivers and workers in the work zone. Let's all do our part to make work zones safer for everyone. #WorkerSafety #WorkZoneWisdom #RespectTheConeZone #WorkZoneWisdom #DriveSafe #DriveSmart #WorkZoneAwareness

What can YOU do to help keep work zones safe? 🚧Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you when driving through a work zone. Sudden stops can happen unexpectedly. 🚧Obey posted speed limits and be prepared for reduced speeds in work zones. 🚧Follow all signs and directions given by flaggers or workers directing traffic. 🚧 Avoid distractions such as using your phone, eating, or adjusting the radio while driving through work zones. 🚧Merge as soon as possible when approaching a lane closure to maintain a smooth traffic flow. 🚧 Be patient and courteous towards other drivers and workers in the work zone. Let's all do our part to make work zones safer for everyone. #WorkerSafety #WorkZoneWisdom #RespectTheConeZone #WorkZoneWisdom #DriveSafe #DriveSmart #WorkZoneAwareness