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The National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) has been successful in spreading awareness for work zone safety across the country because of participation from organizations and individuals just like you. Hundreds of companies and individuals reach out to ATSSA on social media each year using #NWZAW.
Everyone plays a role in work zone safety. NWZAW highlights the deadly dangers of inattention at highway work areas. Make plans now for the weeklong commemoration including:
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The 2022 theme
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The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will host the 2022 NWZAW kick-off event on April 12 with the theme, “Work zones are a sign to slow down.” In 2019, 842 people were killed in 762 fatal work zone crashes, according to the most recent data available from workzonesafety.org. |
What many fail to recognize is the vast majority of people killed in work zone crashes are motorists and their passengers. In 2019, 135 of the 842 fatalities were work zone workers, making it all the more important for drivers to slow down and stay focused while approaching and passing through a roadway work zone.
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Work Zone Safety Training Day
Monday, April 11, 2022
The week will start on April 11 with Work Zone Safety Training Day, which emphasizes the importance of laying the groundwork for safety through training of personnel. Companies are encouraged to pause during the workday for safety demonstrations, discussions about safety policies and other prevention steps. Struck-by injuries are a leading cause of death,[1] and since 1992 the leading cause of nonfatal injuries in the construction industry. The national stand down encourages employers and workers to pause voluntarily during the workday for safety demonstrations, training in hazard recognition and fall prevention, and talks about hazards, protective methods, and the company’s safety policies, goals and expectations. Resources to conduct your own stand down can be found at CPWR.com/research/work-zone-safety. |
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National kickoff eventTuesday, April 12, 2022
National Work Zone Awareness Week 2022 kickoff event will be hosted by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). |
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Go Orange Day
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
All roadway safety professionals across the country are encouraged to wear orange to proudly show their support of work zone safety. NWZAW and Go Orange Day are especially important to the families of victims who have lost their lives in work zones. |
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Social media stormThursday, April 14, 2022
Organizations, companies, institutions and individuals are asked to share messages and use hashtags #NWZAW and #WorkZoneSafety throughout social media between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET. Draft your own post or use one of these samples:
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Moment of SilenceFriday, April 15, 2022
This is new for 2022 and remembers the people who lost their lives in a work zone incident. |
Please note: A recording of the webinar will be available on the website after Jan. 25
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Free NWZAW webinarTuesday, Jan. 25, 2022
If you’ve ever wanted to host an event during National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) or considered hosting the national kickoff, ATSSA’s Jan. 25 webinar is a must-attend webinar for you. This free webinar will be moderated by ATSSA COO & CFO Mitzi Osterhout and include several panelists. This year’s event is April 11-15 and hosted by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) with the theme of “Work Zones are a Sign to Slow Down.” A special event is lined up for each day of the week:
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ResourcesMotor vehicle safety is one of the most important things on the roadways, as millions of workers use them as part of their jobs, and motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of work-related deaths in the U.S.
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Get Active in NWZAW
Gearing up for NWZAW? We’re excited to have you participate in NWZAW and promote the importance of work zone safety across the country. Here are several tools to get you active, including this year’s tool kit, NWZAW poster and other information to help you get started. The 2022 resources will be available soon.
2021 Poster
Download the digital poster file for use online or personal printing. Printed poster orders are closed. Limited quantities available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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