Every year there are far too many accidents that occur in construction zones on our nation’s highways. Unfortunately, many of these accidents turn out to be fatal. While much of the onus is on drivers to make sure they adjust their driving practices to be reasonably safe when passing through work zones, there are also […]
Any sign that’s posted on a highway needs to be visible—a lack of highway sign visibility in Vermont can quickly become a safety issue, especially if the sign is meant to alert people to upcoming hazards or to post speed limits. In some cases, the level of visibility a sign has could be the difference […]
It’s happened to everyone. You’re in a new area, or you’re in a hurry, and you take a quick turn onto a strange street. A few feet down the road, you spot it: that vibrant, alarming red square with authoritative white type. It’s a “wrong way” sign. Panic grips your stomach. You pull to the […]
While LED lights have existed for decades, many municipalities and businesses have not yet invested in this cost-effective, efficient and multi-purpose approach for signage purposes. The common misconception is that LED lighted signs do not offer anything different than traditional ones. However, this could not be further from the truth. As you’ll learn in this […]
When you see those orange cones, do you slow down? Or do you sigh in frustration that your commute will be lengthened by construction and try to plow through as quickly as possible? As you encounter construction signs in Vermont, it’s important to remain alert and adhere to appropriate safety measures. These signs are in […]