Highway Contractors Report Growing Dangers in Work Zones

Motorists continue to face far greater risks than construction workers in highway work zone crashes, according to the results of a new highway work zone study conducted by the Associated General Contractors of America and HCSS. Association officials said the new findings show that distracted driving, inconsistent enforcement and rising safety costs continue to make highway work zones more dangerous for both motorists and construction crews. The association and HCSS also released a new video urging drivers to slow down, avoid distractions and stay alert in work zones during the busy summer driving season. “Summer construction season means more crews … Read more

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