What should you do before entering a construction zone?

Before entering a construction zone, slowing down and observing posted speed limits is essential for ensuring safety. Construction zones can present numerous hazards, including workers on site, equipment, and sudden changes in traffic patterns. By reducing speed, you are better able to react to any unexpected situations that may arise.

Posted speed limits in these areas are often lower than standard limits to account for the increased risks. Adhering to these reduced speeds not only protects your safety but also contributes to the safety of construction workers and other drivers. This vigilance fosters a safer driving environment and helps prevent accidents and injuries in these high-risk areas.

The other approaches, like speeding up to pass quickly, merging into another lane without sufficient awareness, or ignoring construction signs, can significantly increase the risk of accidents and are against safe driving practices.