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Construction Workers: Always be aware of your surroundings. Have a co-worker on
guard if you ever have to turn your back toward traffic (which should be
minimal). Become familiar with work zones and always have an escape path. Since
many accidents occur between workers, be aware of other workers and of your surroundings.
Use safety devices on your vehicle, such as back-up alarms and strobe lights. If
you will be moving a vehicle, always make sure that you actually walk around the
vehicle before you get in and move it. Don’t become desensitized to hazards.
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Motorists: Respect the fact that construction workers are people. This
is their place of employment, and we need to make sure that every employee goes
home at the end of a shift in the same condition that they arrived in the morning. Slow
down and pay close attention to signs and advanced warnings. Even if it is the
same route you take everyday, do not become complacent. Construction could have
changed overnight so be aware of message boards and pay attention. And always
be prepared to stop.
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