Is the United States experiencing a rise in road construction zone fatalities?

Data from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) shows a stark reality: each year, over 120 people lose their lives in road construction zones. What are the primary factors contributing to these tragic incidents? In this article, we’ll explore the key risks and what can be done to improve safety.

Increased Traffic and Congestion: As the population and economy grow, there is more traffic on the roads. This results in higher congestion in construction zones, where lanes may be narrowed or closed, making it more dangerous for both drivers and construction workers.

Distracted Driving: The use of smartphones and other in-car technologies has led to an increase in distracted driving. Drivers often fail to notice road signs or changes in traffic patterns in construction zones, leading to accidents.

Speeding in Construction Zones: Despite lower speed limits in construction areas, many drivers fail to slow down. This creates a higher risk of collisions with other vehicles, workers, or construction equipment. Speeding reduces reaction time, making it harder to avoid accidents in these more constrained areas.

Thankfully, with emerging technologies, such as our patented HINVII technology, there is hope that work zones can become a safer place for all by increasing the visibility of workers in these zones.

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Source: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/highwayworkzones/default.html#:~:text=The%20Bureau%20of%20Labor%20Statistics,average%20of%20123%20per%20year.