Why Safer Roads Start With Better Planning, Clear Signs, and Training
Every day drivers, laborers and pedestrians maneuver through construction zones not taking a moment to appreciate the planning that keeps them safe. Behind every cone, sign and lane shift is an intricate system intended to minimize confusion and avoid accidents. When safety planning is done correctly, traffic moves freely, workers can feel safe and the public trusts the work zone. When done poorly, they lead to delays, injuries and expensive mistakes. Making roads safer has nothing to do with cluttering them up with signs. It has to do with picking the right equipment, deploying it in the right places and getting a message across as clearly as possible to drivers before they enter a work area. This combination of visibility, timing and control is a key factor in what drivers do on the road. When people know what to expect, they naturally slow down and make better choices. Can Work Zone Safety Equipment Be Trusted? Strong safety planning begins with dependable Work zone safety equ...