The Corridor D Project will involve many different construction
contracts, covering the entire highway development area from US50
in Belpre, Ohio to the US50/Interstate 77 Interchange east of Parkersburg,
W.Va.
From time to time, the construction activities will
impact existing roadways, with crews working near or on roads currently
in use by the general public.
For the construction crews' safety - as well as
the safety of the general public - WVDOH provides the following
Safety Tips. Many tips listed here are applicable to everyday driving
- regardless of the construction zones or not.
Work Zone Facts
• Nationwide - approximately 800 fatal and
over 37,000 serious injury crashes occur annually.
• West Virginia - averages approximately
100 accidents, 5 fatalities, and 120 injuries annually
Safety Tips to Live By
• Take an alternate route.
• Heed the warning signs and symbols.
• Don’t become oblivious to signs, especially
when the work is long-term.
• Maintain adequate following distance.
• Stay alert - expect the unexpected.
• Minimize distractions.
• Merge as soon as possible - keep traffic
flowing.
• Remain calm - don’t succumb to road
rage.
• Plan for additional travel time
| Beware of Sudden Stops -
Most accidents in work zones are the rear-end type; be alert
to possible stoppages of traffic and maintain proper distance
between your vehicle and the one you are following. |
Watch
Signs & Flaggers - Pay attention to the instructions
of the signs/flaggers. They are presented for the safety of
both you and the highway workers. |
| Slow Down - Travel at
or below the recommended speed. Through sound engineering
practices and judgement, speed limits are established for
your safety. |
Stay Alert to Signs -
Don't become insensitive to work zone signs. Although the
work is long-term and widespread, conditions will be changing
constantly. |
| Maintain Good Following
Distance - Allow for adequate stopping distance between
you and the vehicle in front of you. |
Stay Alert to the Road -
Pay attention to the surroundings. Avoid talking on a cellular
phone, changing the radio, etc. |
| Remain Calm - Don't
succumb to road rage. Work zones are in place to improve the
roads, not to personally inconvenience you. |
Plan for Extra Travel Time
- Plan for delays and give yourself extra travel time.
Especially if you need to be at your destination, such as
work or medical appointment, by a specific time. |
