
When driving through a work zone or past a utility crew, remember workers are doing their job, and what they’re doing is probably to help you. Hidden #18472. We can help keep workers, other drivers, passengers, and ourselves safe by following these tips:
- Pay attention to warning signs and flaggers.
- Be alert when you approach and enter a work zone.
- Don’t speed or tailgate in and around work zones.
- Keep your attention on the road, not on what the workers are doing.
- Avoid distractions such as talking or texting on the phone, changing your radio station, eating, or drinking when approaching or in work zones.
- Turn your headlights on to make your vehicle visible to workers and other drivers.
- Watch for brake lights or slow-moving vehicles.