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It’s that time of year! As summer approaches, roadside work across the province increases. Be sure to watch out for the orange cones, lower speed limits and most of all the vulnerable workers who are at the side of the road in your community.
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Who Works in the Cone Zone?
Every day thousands of workers in British Columbia work in the “Cone Zone,” — a high-risk environment in close proximity to traffic. What types of workers will you find in Cone Zones?
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Roadside worksites involve hundreds of activities, not just road construction. There are a wide variety of workers in the “Cone Zone” − municipal workers, landscapers, flag people, tow truck drivers, road construction and maintenance workers, telecommunications and utility workers, and emergency and enforcement personnel.
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Roadside worksites involve hundreds of activities, not just road construction. There are a wide variety of workers in the “Cone Zone” − municipal workers, landscapers, flag people, tow truck drivers, road construction and maintenance workers, telecommunications and utility workers, and emergency and enforcement personnel.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
The Hard Facts
Between 2012 and 2021, 233 motor vehicle incidents involving roadside workers were reported to WorkSafeBC. Of those incidents, how many resulted in a fatality?
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Over the past 10 years, 221 roadside workers were injured and missed time from work and 12 were killed. Even with safety measures in place, serious injuries, near misses and fatalities caused by distracted, aggressive or speeding drivers are a reality of the workplace for roadside workers in B.C.
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Over the past 10 years, 221 roadside workers were injured and missed time from work and 12 were killed. Even with safety measures in place, serious injuries, near misses and fatalities caused by distracted, aggressive or speeding drivers are a reality of the workplace for roadside workers in B.C.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Drive With Care
When you are approaching a Cone Zone you should:
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Every day thousands of roadside workers are depending on drivers to keep control of their vehicle in a Cone Zone. Be sure to slow down and drive with care; stay alert and minimize distractions such as texting or having your radio volume turned up. Allow more time for your commute and take a different route if possible.
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Every day thousands of roadside workers are depending on drivers to keep control of their vehicle in a Cone Zone. Be sure to slow down and drive with care; stay alert and minimize distractions such as texting or having your radio volume turned up. Allow more time for your commute and take a different route if possible.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
The Faster You Go, the More You Pay
If you are caught speeding up to 20 km per hour over the speed limit in a construction zone in British Columbia what would the fine be?
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If you’re caught speeding up to 20 km per hour over the posted limit in a construction zone, playground or school zone, the fine is $196. If you’re caught going more than 61 km per hour over the speed limit you’ll pay $483.
For more info on driver risk premiums and fines visit https://www.icbc.com/driver-licensing/tickets/Pages/fines-points-offences.aspx.
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If you’re caught speeding up to 20 km per hour over the posted limit in a construction zone, playground or school zone, the fine is $196. If you’re caught going more than 61 km per hour over the speed limit you’ll pay $483.
For more info on driver risk premiums and fines visit https://www.icbc.com/driver-licensing/tickets/Pages/fines-points-offences.aspx.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Causes of Crashes in Work Zones
What are top two reasons for work zone crashes and fatalities?
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Roadside workers report that speeding and driver distraction, primarily cell phone use, are the most common dangerous driving behaviours that they witness.
For tips on how you can help roadside workers stay safe when driving in the Cone Zone visit https://www.conezonebc.com/drivers/drive-with-care/
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Roadside workers report that speeding and driver distraction, primarily cell phone use, are the most common dangerous driving behaviours that they witness.
For tips on how you can help roadside workers stay safe when driving in the Cone Zone visit https://www.conezonebc.com/drivers/drive-with-care/
