Safe Actions Save Lives
National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 20-24, 2026
National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) spotlights safety and mobility challenges in and around work zones nationwide. Work zones, and the people working in them, are an important part of maintaining and upgrading the transportation system.
Consider the following actions behind the wheel to improve work zone safety for all:
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Avoid distractions. Focus on driving safely through work zones and avoid distractions such as phones.
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Reduce speed. Obey posted speed limits through work zones.
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Be aware of workers. Work areas are often close to travel lanes, so be vigilant and slow down when workers are present.
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Watch for pedestrians and bicyclists. Work zones often restrict where nonmotorized road users can travel and may make their travel more hazardous.
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Give commercial motor vehicles space. Narrow lanes, unexpected lane shifts, and longer braking distances are challenging for large vehicles. Allow extra space for all large vehicles to safely navigate work zones.
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Reroute. Follow signed detours or view traveler information sources that display active work zones and select alternate routes.
Visit the FHWA Work Zone Management Program website and the National Work Zone Safety Information Clearinghouse website for access to resources, guidance, and training.