Roadway Hazards
This type of road condition occurs when rain mixes with oil and dust, making pavement especially slippery.
What is slick pavement.
This communication item should be battery powered or hand crank.
What is a radio
ROW
Right of Way
Overloading outlets can increase the risk of this.
What is an electrical fire.
#3
Idling
These roadway locations account for a large number of crashes due to turning and crossing traffic.
What are intersections.
This emergency requires seeking shelter in the lowest interior room of a building.
What is a tornado.
SDS
Safety Data Sheet
At TxDOT, safety is considered who's responsibility?
What is everyone's.
#1
PPE
The common behavior is a leading cause of crashes near road construction.
What is distracted driving.
This long-term emergency may require evacuation and extended disaster supplies.
What is a hurricane.
MMS
Maintenance Management System
This is the leading cause of injuries in office environments.
Slips, Trips and Falls.
#14
360o
This type of road makes up the majority of Texas roadway miles and often has higher speed limits.
What are rural highways.
This device can help restart a heart experiencing sudden cardiac arrest.
What is an AED.
DBE
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
Keeping file drawers closed helps prevent this type of injury.
What is a trip or tip-over injury.
#10
Lights
Stop and go traffic on Texas interstates often leads to this chain reaction crash.
What is a multi-vehicle collision.
This action before a trip greatly reduces risk during roadway emergencies.
What is a pre-trip check.
STIP
Statewide Transportation Improvement Program
This is the correct response if you feel unsafe performing a task.
What is stop and notify a supervisor.
#7
Traffic Control