Give ’em a Brake

• Always buckle up.
• Always slow to posted work zone speed limits.
• Pay full attention. Normal speed limits may be reduced, traffic lanes may be changed and people and vehicles may be working near the road.
• Minimize distractions, such as cell phone use.
• Keep consistent with traffic flow. Make any necessary work zone merges in advance and do not weave in and out of traffic when not needed.
• Only make lane changes when necessary and use proper turn signals for lane changes.
• Keep a safe distance from cars ahead, traffic barriers, construction equipment and workers.
• Don’t tailgate. The most common highway work zone crash is the rear-end collision.
• Watch for and follow all warning, lane/ramp closure and construction detour signs, and be prepared to change lanes or merge as directed by road signs or flaggers.
• Continue to pay attention to work zone signs, even in areas of long-term road work.
• Remain calm. Remember that work zones are not there to inconvenience you- they are necessary to improve the roadway.
• Don’t resume normal driving speed until you see roadway signs indicating it is safe to do so.
• Remember that all transportation and safety agency vehicles on the road are at work, whether inside a work zone or not. Drive attentively, as these vehicles may need to make quick stops or turns.
• Plan ahead and give yourself time to reach your destination.