When you’re behind the wheel, things can happen quickly, and every moment matters

Whenever and wherever you’re driving, drive with care — especially in work zones. Give 100-percent of your attention to driving so that 100-percent of the people working on improving our roads stay safe on the job.

Safe driving in work zones: Every moment matters

Brush Up on Safety Tips:

• Obey posted speed limits. The fine for speeding in a work zone is $300.
• Drive undistracted. Cell phones, mobile devices, adjusting the radio — even eating — should be avoided in work zones.
• Stay alert, especially at night.
• Be patient. Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
• Expect work zones to constantly change. Day to day you could experience lane shifts, closures or moving workers and vehicles.
• Don’t make unnecessary lane changes.
• Never enter a road blocked with barriers or cones.

Everyone plays a role in work zone safety! It is critical that drivers slow down and pay attention to help keep construction, utility and other workers in work zones safe.