Province announces changes to highway construction speed zones
EDMONTON — The provincial government has announced changes to speed zones on highway construction sites in Alberta.
Transportation Minister Brian Mason made the announcement during a news conference Tuesday afternoon.
“Ensuring the safety of people working on our highways, whether they’re a tow truck operator or construction people is paramount importance,” Mason said during the conference.
Among the changes announced, contractors working on the highway will be required to cover their speed reduction signs if there are no workers present in the zone and no safety issues for drivers.