April Highlights Roadway Safety for Contractors

April serves as a pivotal month for emphasizing safety on roadways, marking both National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and National Work Zone Awareness Week. These initiatives aim to protect workers and drivers in work zones, fostering a safer environment for everyone.NATIONAL DISTRACTED DRIVING AWARENESS MONTH Distracted driving has become a critical issue on U.S. roads. In 2022, 3,308 lives were lost due to distracted driving incidents. And more than 32,000 people died in crashes involving distracted drivers from 2013-2022. Recognizing the severity of this problem, April has been designated by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as National