Construction site accidents can be a real danger not only to workers, but also to people and cars passing through the site. However, there are some essential tips for workers and bystanders to stay safe while the job is done.
If you’re driving, a good way to avoid problems with construction sites, including annoying delays or long stops, is to avoid those areas in the first place. Before you leave for work, turn on your local TV news or check your mobile app for a traffic report. Most traffic reports include news of construction-related closures, detours, or delays. When you’re in your car, check your local news radio station for alerts, too. When passing near a construction zone, be sure to pay attention to barricades, warning lights, or flaggers ahead and adjust your speed accordingly. Also be aware of merging lanes, many times a lane will be closed for road repair or construction.
Barricades and scaffolding are also two things to watch out for. You should never attempt to climb or climb onto scaffolding or climb over or around barricades. There’s a reason they’re there, to keep you out of potentially dangerous areas. Many workplaces are abandoned at night or on weekends, please ensure you stay away from workplaces during these times and make sure you do not enter any restricted areas. Warning lights and signs are frequently used in workplaces, pay attention to them. A great example of a warning light is a barricade light. Barricade lights are just standard barricades with lights mounted on top of them. These lights can be electrically powered, but they can also be solar powered, so they work in areas that don’t already have power or have no electricity near them. Barricades and barricade lights are perfect for keeping people away from areas or paths they shouldn’t be on. They work in several ways.
There are thousands of construction and road work-related accidents and injuries each year, and many can be prevented with a few common-sense safety tips and simply paying attention to your surroundings. Remember, if you see something that may be a safety violation or just appears to be dangerous to you, report it to the proper authorities. Construction sites can be very dangerous, never take chances and always pay attention to stay safe.