SAFETY CORNER
APRIL 2026
WORK ZONE AWARENESS – SHARING THE ROAD SAFELY
April Theme: National Work Zone Awareness Week (April 6-10)
Most Curry Construction employees aren’t working traffic control—but they are driving through it. Work zones are one of the most dangerous places on the road, and the risks go both ways. Crews are working just feet away from moving vehicles, and one careless driver can cause serious damage in seconds. This April, it’s about getting back to the basics of responsible driving and respecting the work zone.
Driving safely through work zones
Work zones are not the place to rush or multitask.
- Slow down and follow posted speeds: Speed limits are reduced for a reason—conditions change quickly.
- Eliminate distractions: Put the phone down and focus on the road.
- Follow flaggers and signage: They’re directing traffic to keep everyone moving safely.
- Maintain extra following distance: Sudden stops are common in work zones.
Stay Alert and Expect the Unexpected
Work zones don’t operate like normal traffic patterns.
- Watch for lane shifts and narrowed lanes: Stay centered and avoid drifting.
- Be prepared for stopped traffic: Backups can appear quickly.
- Look for workers and equipment: People and machines may be closer to traffic than expected.
- Merge early and correctly: Last-second moves increase risk for everyone.
Respect the People Doing the Work
There are real people on the other side of those cones.
- Give crews space: Stay as far from workers and equipment as possible.
- Do not speed up through the zone: It doesn’t save time—it increases risk.
- Stay patient: Delays are temporary; injuries can be permanent.
- Be predictable: Sudden braking or swerving creates hazards for others.
Quick Builder’s Work Zone Driving Checklist
- Slow down and follow all posted work zone speeds
- Stay focused—no distractions behind the wheel
- Maintain safe distance and be prepared for sudden stops
- Respect workers, equipment, and changing traffic patterns
Bottom line: Work zones demand your full attention. You may not be the one on the ground, but your driving decisions still impact the people who are. Slow down, stay alert, and drive like someone’s life depends on it—because it does.
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