For use in conjunction with 5Minute Safety Talk According to Injury Facts In 2013 579 people were killed 24680 people injured in WORK ZONE crashes ID: 935272
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SHARING THE ROADS SAFELY
For use in conjunction with 5-Minute Safety Talk
Slide2According
to Injury Facts® In 2013… 579 people were killed 24,680 people injured in WORK ZONE crashes!
Slide3Work Zone Hazards
Constructions vehicles – enter and exit zones at low speeds and in unexpected places
Workers and activities encroach into driving lanes
Edge drop-offsRough pavementSharp turnsMisleading old pavement markingsSTAY CAUTIOUS AND ALERT IN WORK ZONES!
Slide4Blind Spots of Larger Vehicles
STAY OUT!
Follow at a distance allowing you to see
both of the outside mirrors. If you can’t see them – they can’t see you!
Slide5Pass With Caution
Don’t cut back in front of a truck without being able to see the truck’s front tires on the pavement inside your rear-view mirror.
Slide6Give Them Room
Larger
vehicles need more room to make turns. If the vehicle is signaling a right turn, stay behind it, away from the curbside, until the turn is completed.
Remember…The larger the vehicle & the higher the rate of speed – the longer it takes to stop
Slide7Safety Around School Busses
Reduce your speed
Children are near
- Expect them to come out of nowhere!Cover the brakeAmber flashing lights = the bus is about to stopRed flashing lights and the stop arm extended = the bus is stoppedDON’T PASS A SCHOOL BUS WITH FLASHING RED LIGHTS OR AN EXTENDED STOP ARM
Slide8Bicyclists
Bike riding has become more than a hobby.
For some, it’s their only mode of transportation.
Slide9Share the Road With Bicyclists
Be…
Considerate:
Bicyclists have the same rights
Generous:
Share the space & give trailing room
Patient:
Pass with care
Aware:
Check your side view
mirror for bikes when opening
your vehicle’s door
Slide10Motorcycles
Motorcycles are not difficult to see…
if you’re prepared.
Scan the roadway for hazardsCooperate with motorcyclistsUse common sense, common courtesy and follow the lawUse “what-if” strategy when near motorcyclesLeave plenty of space - follow at safe distance
Slide11Poster
Drive Without DistractionsHang this poster in prominent areas to remind everyone to give the road their full attention.
Slide12Checklist
Avoid the Dangers of Distracted DrivingPrint and share this checklist as a reminder of driving do’s and don’ts that can save lives and prevent injuries.
Slide13New 2-Minute Safety Video
Distracted Driving
Using a hands-free phone can be even more distracting than handheld.
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Slide14For more member-exclusive safety presentations, webinars, posters and resources visit:
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