A work zone is an area where roadwork takes place and may involve lane closures, detours and moving equipment.  Highway work zones are set up according to the type of road and the work to be done on the road.  The work zone can be long or short term and can exist at any time of the year, but most commonly in the summer.

 

Work zones on U.S. highways have become increasingly dangerous places for both workers and drivers.  There are a large number of work zones in place across America, therefore, highway agencies are working on not only improving communication used in work zones, but to change the behavior of drivers so crashes can be prevented.

 

According to the National Safety Council, over 100 road construction workers are killed in construction zones each year.  Nearly half of these workers are killed as a result of being struck by motor vehicles.

 

To find out how you can help prevent accidents in the work zone, please read the Connecticut Work Zone Safety writeup.