What Does an End of Road Work Sign Mean?

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Worksafe Traffic Control Industries is a women-owned business that was founded in 1993 by Lorena Laprade and Debra Ricker. We began manufacturing temporary construction signs in a small shop garage. Throughout the years, we have made it our goal and full intention to provide products focused on safety and effectiveness while producing those products in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTC). All of the signs we produce are certified and are heavily sourced throughout the Northeastern United States, more specifically in Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts. Additionally, all of the signs are intended for roads and highways.

Allow us to break down the meaning of the following sign, one of which is extremely important for the construction workers who would be on-site doing the workday and night, pedestrians, and motorists traveling by.

What Does an End of Road Work Sign Indicate to Drivers? Please see here for a visual.

One of the most commonly used traffic control devices is signs. They are orange in color and are typically diamond-shaped, but some road work signs may be rectangular as well. All road work signs are very easily noticeable because they are usually reflectorized to attract your attention, especially at night time. This is a similar idea to the special safety vests that the construction workers wear on the job site so you can easily notice them too.

These traffic control signs are used to mark construction – in this case, where the road work ends. There would have been a “Road Work Ahead” sign at the start of the construction area. These signs help drivers and pedestrians as well as the workers safe throughout. It’s important to note that fines may double in work area zones. An “End Road Work” sign indicates that a driver or pedestrian is about to enter back into a normal zone and should follow any regular signs ahead moving forward.

Why is it Important to Let Motorists Know Construction Zones Have Ended?

Did you know that according to the latest statistics from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), there are at least two deaths on a construction job site every day across the country? Construction zones can be very dangerous with many potential hazards if precautions are not taken seriously and by each party. It is of utmost importance to pay attention, always be alert and follow signs to not only ensure your safety, but everyone else’s around, including construction workers on the job site. This is the main reason why we create such signs for use. 

By providing such warnings and direction for motorists and pedestrians, traffic hassles such as accidents, collisions, slower driving times, etc. can be expected for what’s ahead including any restrictions. It’s also important to keep top-of-mind that if someone is injured in a construction zone, the person who caused it would become responsible for all injuries. 

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Where Can I Buy “End of Road Works” Signs?

Worksafe Traffic Control Industries has been providing safe and smart solutions throughout New England for over a decade. We offer a variety of sales options. Give our experts a call today for a consultation to discuss your project needs and overall goals. We’re happy to help!

Where Can I Rent “End of Road Work” Signs?

Worksafe Traffic Control Industries has been providing safe and smart solutions throughout New England for over a decade. We offer a variety of rental options. Give our experts a call today for a consultation to discuss your project needs and overall goals. We’re happy to help!

We offer the full package and are with you from the design phase to implementation, deployment, and maintenance! We also offer equipment repair if needed. Worksafe Traffic Control Industries is proud of its large fleet of message signs, arrow boards, traffic signals, trailer mounted video camera, queue detection, speed signs, and microwave technologies we offer for rent. We like to consider ourselves a one-stop-shop for all your traffic control needs.

Why choose us? Not only do we have a seven-day turnaround on most products, but we strive to provide the highest quality possible. As mentioned, all products are MUTCD-certified and compliant.

We are competitive as a business and government contractor. Our goal is to guide each customer toward the best solutions and set up temporary traffic operations, including the above sign selections, as well as permanent applications that conform with regulations. Our staff is dedicated to promoting and improving highway safety for the benefit of construction workers and the traveling public. Lastly, Worksafe is committed to working directly with private, public, federal, and legislative groups to promote the high benefits of saving lives on our highways by investing in low-cost safety solutions.

If you are interested in what we have to offer or have any further questions, contact us for more information today.

 

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