Slow down for roadside workers: Every decision helps everyone get home safely

Roadside workers keep our roads moving, repairing damage, improving infrastructure, and responding when things go wrong. But doing that vital work means spending hours just metres from fast‑moving traffic. For them, the difference between a safe shift and a life‑changing incident often comes down to the choices drivers make.

That’s why slowing down, paying attention, and obeying changed speed limits - every time - is so important.

No matter how familiar a route feels, roadwork zones demand extra care. Conditions can change quickly, workers may be moving between tasks, and heavy equipment may be operating close to live lanes. A moment of inattention at normal speeds can have devastating consequences.

Temporary speed limits are set for a reason, and not all risks are visible.

Lower speeds protect workers, but they also protect drivers by accounting for:

• Hidden workers behind vehicles or barriers
• Narrowed lanes or shifted road alignments
• Loose gravel, uneven surfaces, or machinery operating nearby
• Reduced ability to react in time if something unexpected happens

Every roadside worker has the right to work in a safe environment. Your decision to slow down, stay alert, and follow the signs directly contributes to their safety and to the safety of everyone on the road.

A small change in your driving can makes a big difference in someone else’s life.