Remember these driving tips to avoid "A Sudden Change in Plans" and perhaps save a lifeincluding your own!

• Always buckle up. 
• Always slow to posted work zone speed limits. 
• Pay full attention. Normal speed limits may be reduced, traffic lanes may be changed and people and vehicles may be working near the road. 
• Minimize distractions, such as cell phone use. 
• Keep consistent with traffic flow. Make any necessary work zone merges in advance and do not weave in and out of traffic when not needed. 
• Only make lane changes when necessary and use proper turn signals for lane changes. 
• Keep a safe distance from cars ahead, traffic barriers, construction equipment and workers. 
• Don’t tailgate. The most common highway work zone crash is the rear-end collision.  
• Watch for and follow all warning, lane/ramp closure and construction detour signs, and be prepared to change lanes or merge as directed by road signs or flaggers. 
• Continue to pay attention to work zone signs, even in areas of long-term road work. 
• Remain calm. Remember that work zones are not there to inconvenience you- they are necessary to improve the roadway. 
• Don’t resume normal driving speed until you see roadway signs indicating it is safe to do so. 
• Remember that all transportation and safety agency vehicles on the road are at work, whether inside a work zone or not. Drive attentively, as these vehicles may need to make quick stops or turns. 
• Plan ahead and give yourself time to reach your destination. Simply dial ‘511’ or log onto www.nevadadot.com for a listing of Nevada highway construction.