Construction Equipment

Staying Safe During Construction Season

With summer construction season in full swing, you may experience changes to your usual routes- whether you’re walking or driving.

Active work zones may include:

• Detours
• Blocked sidewalks
• Temporary lane closures
• Construction equipment moving in and out

Large equipment like forklifts, dump trucks, excavators and mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs) are often used on-site. These machines have significant blind spots and can pose serious safety risks to pedestrians and cyclists.

For your safety:

• Avoid walking near or between active equipment whenever possible.
• Wait for equipment to fully pass before crossing near an active work zone.
• Follow instructions from ground crews or posted signage, and don’t assume the operator can see you. Use designated pedestrian paths or follow detours when provided.

Contact

Ryan Tyson
rmtyson@purdue.edu
765-494-1019