Protecting Workers in Construction Zones

A couple of orange traffic cones are the only thing standing between this worker and the vehicles traveling at 45 mph in the intersection where this picture was taken. Not wearing a high-visibility vest adds insult to injury.

The Moral: Protect workers in road and highway construction zones against motor vehicle traffic hazards. Appropriate measures may include:

• Posting warning signs and flags
• Establishment of traffic control zones and routes
• Deployment of physical barriers separating workers from traffic
• Requiring workers to wear high visibility vests and other apparel
• Training workers to work safely in road/highway work zones

Use this Photo to Train Your Workers about Work Zone Traffic Hazards