Summer is almost here and before we know it we will all be packing everything in and hitting the open road to enjoy some fun in the sun! Regardless if your trip takes you near or far, the chances that you see those orange signs warning you that there’s construction ahead are pretty high. Let’s face it, construction can be a bummer! Construction usually slows down or completely backs-up traffic, which means your mood goes from excited to frustrated real quick! However, we all know how important construction is for our roads and we have to remember why we are taking extra precautions when driving through these areas. When we approach the construction zone everything slows way down, but for a good reason! Construction workers are working and walking around and if you’re doing 50 plus miles per hour, serious injury could occur if someone becomes distracted. Plus, you should be slowing down for your own safety. During construction, things could be thrown around and accidents can happen. To avoid being caught in the middle, slow down and pay attention! For more tips about safely taking on construction zones this summer, check out our helpful tips below!
Younger Nissan’s Construction Zone Safety Tips:
Increase your following distance:
- You should have three car lengths in front of you when entering a construction zone. I know you might think this is extensive but give yourself more room leaves space in case of an accident like a worker stepping out too far or even something falling in the road!
Don’t assume workers are present:
- A lot of the time you’ll see signs that tell you to reduce your speed because you are approaching a work zone, but once you get there it looks like nobody is working…so most people accelerate to normal speed. Regardless if you don’t see the worker or not, obey the speed limit. Workers could be working farther up, and even if they’re not working a cop could still be monitoring the area just waiting for someone to break the law!
Follow instructions from flaggers:
- Always obey instructions from flaggers, and assume that their instructions overrule any other traffic signs or signals. Their directions might not align with normal traffic patterns, so be prepared. Also, be on the lookout for flaggers’ signals, such as an extended palm indicating that you need to stop. Be sure to also reduce your speed and be especially aware of your surroundings when driving near a work zone with flaggers posted.
Minimize your distractions:
- Distraction-free driving is always important, but especially during work zones! When you are approaching a work zone, slow down, turn down any loud music, and stay focused on your surroundings. The more attentive you are the less likely you will be to have an accident!
Merge promptly at land closure:
- One of the most common causes of accidents and road rage in construction zones is that of lane closures. When you see a sign posted for an upcoming lane closure, be sure to merge as soon as safely possible. Do not wait until the lane is coming to an end to force your way over into the next lane over. This is not only rude to the other drivers who followed the posted signs and merged but it could cause a road rage incident
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