This section lists potential hazards when working on or beside the road. When recognizing roadside work hazards, remember that they can change over a workday.

Potential road hazards:

• Limited space between the worksite and roadway
• Curves, hills, trees, or parked vehicles that restrict a driver's view of the work zone
• Overhead cables, railway crossings, or right-of-ways by work area
• Additional roadside work or traffic control happening in the vicinity
• Bike lanes
• Uneven ground, construction debris, and obstacles in the work area

Potential traffic hazards:

• Near an intersection with traffic lights or traffic coming from multiple directions
• Rush hour traffic
• Traffic merging from two lanes to one
• Bus stop nearby
• Schools, parks, playgrounds, or community centers in the vicinity
• Children in the vicinity

Potential vehicle hazards:

• Large vehicles driving by could block signage or reduce road width
• Emergency vehicles frequently pass by

Potential weather and light hazards:

• Rain
• Fog
• Snow or ice
• Reduced light
• Rising or setting sun

Potential work activity hazards:

• Work vehicles or mobile equipment coming or leaving the worksite
• Vehicles travelling in the work zone
• Equipment operated in the work zone
• Location of supplies and equipment (can they be safely accessed)