Safety is of the utmost importance for the road construction workers as well as motorists, who bear the primary responsibility for safe travel in work zones.

Safety Tips

• Be Patient
• Slow Down
• Pay Attention
• Follow The Signs
• Don’t Follow Too Closely

Did you know…

• Construction or maintenance zones will have roadway signs in advance to warn motorists that road work is being done.
• Flashing lights from emergency response vehicles will warn motorists of a problem ahead.
• When approaching an emergency or a construction/maintenance situation exercise caution and slow down.
• Always be aware that vehicles ahead of you may stop unexpectedly.
• Obey directions by flag people or emergency workers.
• Always leave plenty of space between your vehicle and other people and equipment parked or being operated at these locations.

SLOW DOWN IN CONSTRUCTION ZONES

You as a driver must watch for workers present on, near or adjacent to the road. Be cautious, workers could also be hidden behind equipment, materials, etc. Even if it seems there is no activity in a construction zone, there may be other less obvious hazards such as loose gravel chips and uneven pavement that can be dangerous and cause damage to vehicles traveling at high speeds. ADOT urges motorists to obey all signs and slow down when going through construction zones.

Unique Aspects of the Project 1 Construction Team

• Southwest Asphalt Paving is providing special construction vests to clearly identify team members on the job
• Many workers live locally and in the surrounding region
• A designated vehicle will be monitoring the project for safety during off-hours
• There are two full time individuals dedicated to “traffic control,” which is the placement of signs, barriers, cones, etc., to move traffic safely and efficiently in the construction work zone. (Most jobs have one part-time person)