Traffic Control and Work Zones
US & Canada Roadwork General Construction
Why it matters
Motorists kill road workers at highway speed - your cones and signs are the only barrier.
Key points
- Set up per the traffic control plan - taper lengths and buffer zones are calculated, not guessed.
- High-visibility Class 2/3 apparel, day and night.
- Face traffic when possible; never turn your back on live lanes.
- Flaggers: trained, paddle signals, escape route planned.
- Night work: lighting for the task, reflectivity for the worker.
Discussion
Review today's work zone layout - where is the escape route from each position?
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