According to the FHWA, motorists can initiate safety in roadway work zones by not using cellular phones and by slowing down to the posted safe speed. It is estimated that, as a driver, you will come upon a posted Work Zone every 50 miles - more in metropolitan areas. Orange signs along roadways indicate work zones. Work Zones are a fact of life and are here to stay as DOT continues its efforts to ensure that our nation's roadways are continuously improved upon and made safer. By showing patience and utilizing sound judgment, we can reduce work zone accidents and ultimately save the lives of thousands of workers and drivers.
Crashes involving large tucks and buses are a source of great concern to all people.
These crashes result in approximately 5,000 deaths annually, or 12 percent of the more than 40,000 U.S. traffic fatalities. Studies have shown that a reduction in these types of crashes is possible if motorists are made aware of truck and bus limitations and are educated in proper driving methods when sharing the roads with these large vehicles. FMCA has set a strategic goal for a 50 percent reduction in all fatalities and injuries on our Nation's highways by the year 2010.