Best Practice

BEST PRACTICE:

B1−6: Work Zone Safety Materials Distributed at Rest Areas, Welcome Stations, and Truck Stops

DESCRIPTION:

A brochure titled "Highway Construction Advisory" has been printed and disseminated since the 1970's. The brochure includes a map and detailed information on the routes under construction and safe driving tips. The brochure is disseminated through the Department's welcome centers, rest areas, drivers license centers, and District Offices.

REASON(S) FOR ADOPTING:

This brochure was developed in the 1970's as a public service to the motoring public. Safety information was included to educate the public on how to drive safely when traveling in construction areas. For a copy of the brochure, call (717) 787−6746.

PRIMARY BENEFIT(S):

Motorists are informed where construction is occurring and are better educated on how to drive safely in work zones.

MOST APPLICABLE LOCATION(S)/PROJECT(S):

Freeways, all types of work.

STATE(S) WHERE UTILIZED:

Pennsylvania

SOURCE/CONTACT(S):

Michael J. Castellano, FHWA Pennsylvania Division Office
Telephone: (717) 221−4517
E−mail: Mike.Castellano@fhwa.dot.gov