Stay Alert and Stay Safe
Construction safety tips
Follow these 10 construction safety tips
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Look up, stay alert -- phones, video games and other electronic devices can be distracting.
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Remove an earbud or turn down the volume. Headphones can keep you from hearing approaching bulldozers, dump trucks and other construction vehicles.
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Do not walk, ride, run, hang out or play in construction zones or work areas, as heavy machinery and debris pose dangers.
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Use sidewalks or designated paths and be aware of sidewalk closures or temporary walkways.
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Cross only at designated crosswalks, as construction vehicles make sudden stops and wide turns.
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Make eye contact with construction vehicles before crossing -- see and be seen.
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Observe all construction signs and warnings.
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Keep away from construction fencing and traffic cones -- they're there to protect you.
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Watch out for falling objects, dust and other hazards.
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Watch out for falling objects, dust and other hazards.
DART Silver Line Construction Safety
For additional information about the construction activities in your area, visit awhsilverline.com .
For construction-related questions or concerns, please contact the Construction Hotline at
Special Safety Tips for Rail Crossings
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Always expect a train. Passenger and freight trains are quieter and faster than you think and can run from either direction, especially in quiet zones.
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Walking on or beside railroad tracks is dangerous and illegal.
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Never pass flashing lights or go around lowered gates. Always wait until lights have stopped flashing and gates are completely raised.
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Wait to cross until you can see clearly in both directions. Multiple tracks may mean multiple trains.
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When driving, always allow enough space for your vehicle to completely clear a rail crossing before proceeding -- not just the tracks.
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