FROM
THE DESK OF STAFF SGT. STEVEN SILLS
DID YOU KNOW?…
Driving safely through construction
zones can help save your life and the lives of others.
Drivers must be alert to the movement
of construction equipment, road workers and flaggers at construction
sites. Signs, pavement markings, pylons and other vehicles in
construction zones also require motorists' attention.
To prevent collisions in construction
zones, drive slowly and pay attention. Being calm and courteous will
ease frustration caused by seasonal construction delays.
•Do not speed. Slow down to the
posted speed limits.
•Stay alert and give full attention
to the roadway.
•Pay close attention to signs and
work zone flaggers.
•Do not tailgate.
•Keep up with the traffic flow.
•Do not change lanes in work zones.
•Minimize distractions in vehicles.
Avoid changing radio stations and using mobile phones in work zones.
•Expect the unexpected. Keep an eye
on workers and their equipment.
•Be patient. Remember work zones are
necessary to improve roads and make them safer.
•Drive to arrive alive.
•Treat people working on roads with
respect, and be patient if traffic is delayed.
Changes to the Highway Traffic Act of
Ontario have resulted in doubled fines for speeding in a construction
zone when workers are present. It is also an offence to disobey STOP
or SLOW signs displayed by a traffic-control person.
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