In a growing valley like Arizona where the city is always constructing a highway addition, widening streets, and repairing potholes, it’s nearly impossible to not see some sort of construction work being done. For drivers, roadwork can be frustrating, but understanding its importance is crucial; to ensure the safety of the road system. Below are […]
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Sharing the Road with Workers
Roadwork is virtually everywhere you look these days. In fact, it’s next to impossible to drive through a busy city without witnessing potholes being repaired, streets widened or highways built. While roadwork can be frustrating for drivers, it’s important to understand its importance; to keep our roads safe. Unfortunately, according to the U.S. Department of […]
Summer Safety Tips for Subcontractors
By L&L Asphalt on August 4, 2017 in Arizona Roadways, Asphalt Maintenance, L&L Asphalt, Work Zone Safety
Summer is a time to be enjoyed, but it is also a season that can present unique hazards to those who are exposed to hot environments, or those who perform vigorous exercises. The combination of heat, humidity, and physical labor can lead to heat-related illness. It is important to take precautionary measures to ensure your […]
How a Road is Built
By L&L Asphalt on May 4, 2017 in Arizona Roadways, Asphalt Roadways, Federal Highway Administration, Hot Mix Asphalt, Work Zone Safety
You’re probably on the road at least a few times a day. Commuting to and from work. Transporting your children from one after-school activity to the next. Traveling to the store for a few groceries. However, most of us give little thought to the roads we travel, often taking the freedom they provide us for […]
Outdoor Winter Safety Tips
By L&L Asphalt on November 14, 2016 in L&L Asphalt, U.S. Department of Highway Administration, Winter Safety Tips, Work Zone Safety
As fall draws to a close, and winter rolls in, the dangers of road construction work become increasingly dangerous. Safety should always be a top priority all year long! However, the following outdoor winter safety tips will ensure you’re protected from high winds and cold temperatures. Here are six outdoor winter safety tips to implement […]
Don’t Be THAT Driver
By L&L Asphalt on April 11, 2016 in Arizona Roadways, Federal Highway Administration, Work Zone Safety
April 11 through April 15, 2016 Is Work Zone Awareness Week This year’s theme: “Don’t be that driver!” “Work on safety. Get home safely. Every day.” Mention “work-zone safety” and you probably think about protecting the men and women who build, repair, and maintain our roadways. That’s what I certainly thought when during my morning […]