The Nebraska Department of Transportation and the Nebraska chapter of the Associated General Contractors on Monday marked the start of the annual National Work Zone Awareness Week,
The annual campaign at the start of construction season reminds drivers to be attentive in highway work zones, and has a theme this year of “Work zones are temporary. Actions behind the wheel can last forever.”
NDOT Director Vicki Kramer says “Maintaining the quality of life we have in Nebraska requires a lot of commitment, intention and cooperation” from everyone.
Kramer says “We all must prioritize their safety by avoiding phone use while driving, slowing down, and remaining watchful when driving through work zones in Nebraska. This is everyone’s responsibility.”
AGC Executive Director Katie Wilson says one of her group’s biggest concerns for highway construction workers is distracted driving, so “when you see orange cones and signs, please slow down and pay attention.”
Wilson says the “goal at the end of the day is to get all construction workers and members of the traveling public home safe to their families,
Governor Jim Pillen has signed a proclamation declaring this week as Work Zone Awareness Week to serve as a reminder for everyone to drive safely this construction season and remain vigilant.
NDOT and AGC encourage all motorists to slow down, be alert, and give construction workers the space they need to work, saying together, we can create a safer environment for those who are at the highest risk in work zones