National Work Zone Awareness Week Puts Focus On Road Safety

Press release from the Town of Tolland:

April 29, 2021

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and its partners hope to bring attention to the critical issue of road user and worker safety in and around work zones during National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 26-30.

Use these tips to protect field workers, yourself, and all road users:

· Know Before You Go. Before heading out, check for the latest traffic conditions along your route. With information on active work zones, you can change your trip, possibly avoiding work zones altogether. Go to https://cttravelsmart.org for current information on Connecticut roadways.

· Stay Alert and Obey the Orange. Be aware of all activity occurring around you, including paying attention to other drivers and road users. Work zones change daily; pay attention so you can anticipate new traffic patterns. Remember, signs, cones, barrels, and flaggers are there to help maneuver you safely through the work zone.

· Watch for Workers. In 2019, 135 workers were killed in highway work zones.

· In 2019, Connecticut had 1,079 crashes and six fatalities in work zones.

Visit www.workzonesafety.org for more tips and work zone safety resources and follow CT Work Zone Safety on Facebook and Twitter #obeytheorange.

This press release was produced by the Town of Tolland. The views expressed here are the author's own.