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We do a lot of corner searches along rural highways. What should our safety plan include?
Asked October 25, 2026
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Roadside work is one of the highest-risk parts of the job. Key elements:
- Temporary traffic control: follow the MUTCD and your state DOT standards. Use signs, cones and vehicle positioning suited to the road speed and the length of work.
- High-visibility apparel: ANSI class appropriate for the road speed.
- Lookout: a dedicated spotter when the crew faces away from traffic.
- Vehicle placement: a buffer vehicle with warning lights where allowed.
- Plan the work: minimize time in the lane, and consider night or low-traffic hours where appropriate.
- Permits: right-of-way permits from the road authority, if required.
- Training: flagger and work-zone training for anyone who controls traffic.
Review the plan in a short tailboard meeting before each job. Conditions change daily.
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