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June 16, 2022 - Harrisburg, PA

PennDOT Urges Caution in Work Zones

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is reminding motorists to drive safely in work zones after there have been several incidents of work zone intrusions resulting in motorists hitting PennDOT employees or equipment.

The most recent crash occurred on June 5, 2022 when a PennDOT employee was struck by a motorist while working on a bridge resurfacing project in Allegheny County. The employee suffered injuries requiring medical attention and transportation to a hospital.

"Work zones may be a temporary inconvenience, but these workers all deserve to get home safely," said PennDOT Secretary Yassmin Gramian. "Please slow down and never drive distracted, especially in work zones where roadway conditions can change every day."

Speakers Include:
Secretary Yassmin Gramian



Harrisburg, PA A memorial display honoring Pennsylvania Department of Transportation workers. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC), in partnership with the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), today announced the implementation of a statewide Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement (AWZSE) pilot program to reduce work zone speeds, change driver behavior, and improve work zone safety for workers and motorists. Wednesday, October 30, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17774_PennDOT_AWZSE_DZ_013.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Harrisburg, PA A memorial display honoring Pennsylvania Department of Transportation workers. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC), in partnership with the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), today announced the implementation of a statewide Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement (AWZSE) pilot program to reduce work zone speeds, change driver behavior, and improve work zone safety for workers and motorists. Wednesday, October 30, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17774_PennDOT_AWZSE_DZ_014.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvanias AWZSE program uses vehicle-mounted systems to detect and record motorists exceeding posted work zone speed limits by 11 miles per hour or more using electronic speed timing devices. AWZSE systems are only operational in active work zones where workers are present. Beginning today, registered owners will receive a warning letter for a first offense, a violation notice and $75 fine for a second offense, and a violation notice and $150 fine for third and subsequent offenses. These violations are civil penalties only; no points will be assessed to drivers licenses.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17774_PennDOT_AWZSE_NK_001.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvanias AWZSE program uses vehicle-mounted systems to detect and record motorists exceeding posted work zone speed limits by 11 miles per hour or more using electronic speed timing devices. AWZSE systems are only operational in active work zones where workers are present. Beginning today, registered owners will receive a warning letter for a first offense, a violation notice and $75 fine for a second offense, and a violation notice and $150 fine for third and subsequent offenses. These violations are civil penalties only; no points will be assessed to drivers licenses.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17774_PennDOT_AWZSE_NK_002.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvanias AWZSE program uses vehicle-mounted systems to detect and record motorists exceeding posted work zone speed limits by 11 miles per hour or more using electronic speed timing devices. AWZSE systems are only operational in active work zones where workers are present. Beginning today, registered owners will receive a warning letter for a first offense, a violation notice and $75 fine for a second offense, and a violation notice and $150 fine for third and subsequent offenses. These violations are civil penalties only; no points will be assessed to drivers licenses.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17774_PennDOT_AWZSE_NK_003.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvanias AWZSE program uses vehicle-mounted systems to detect and record motorists exceeding posted work zone speed limits by 11 miles per hour or more using electronic speed timing devices. AWZSE systems are only operational in active work zones where workers are present. Beginning today, registered owners will receive a warning letter for a first offense, a violation notice and $75 fine for a second offense, and a violation notice and $150 fine for third and subsequent offenses. These violations are civil penalties only; no points will be assessed to drivers licenses.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17774_PennDOT_AWZSE_NK_004.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvanias AWZSE program uses vehicle-mounted systems to detect and record motorists exceeding posted work zone speed limits by 11 miles per hour or more using electronic speed timing devices. AWZSE systems are only operational in active work zones where workers are present. Beginning today, registered owners will receive a warning letter for a first offense, a violation notice and $75 fine for a second offense, and a violation notice and $150 fine for third and subsequent offenses. These violations are civil penalties only; no points will be assessed to drivers licenses.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17774_PennDOT_AWZSE_NK_005.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvanias AWZSE program uses vehicle-mounted systems to detect and record motorists exceeding posted work zone speed limits by 11 miles per hour or more using electronic speed timing devices. AWZSE systems are only operational in active work zones where workers are present. Beginning today, registered owners will receive a warning letter for a first offense, a violation notice and $75 fine for a second offense, and a violation notice and $150 fine for third and subsequent offenses. These violations are civil penalties only; no points will be assessed to drivers licenses.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17774_PennDOT_AWZSE_NK_006.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvanias AWZSE program uses vehicle-mounted systems to detect and record motorists exceeding posted work zone speed limits by 11 miles per hour or more using electronic speed timing devices. AWZSE systems are only operational in active work zones where workers are present. Beginning today, registered owners will receive a warning letter for a first offense, a violation notice and $75 fine for a second offense, and a violation notice and $150 fine for third and subsequent offenses. These violations are civil penalties only; no points will be assessed to drivers licenses.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17774_PennDOT_AWZSE_NK_007.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvanias AWZSE program uses vehicle-mounted systems to detect and record motorists exceeding posted work zone speed limits by 11 miles per hour or more using electronic speed timing devices. AWZSE systems are only operational in active work zones where workers are present. Beginning today, registered owners will receive a warning letter for a first offense, a violation notice and $75 fine for a second offense, and a violation notice and $150 fine for third and subsequent offenses. These violations are civil penalties only; no points will be assessed to drivers licenses.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17774_PennDOT_AWZSE_NK_008.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvanias AWZSE program uses vehicle-mounted systems to detect and record motorists exceeding posted work zone speed limits by 11 miles per hour or more using electronic speed timing devices. AWZSE systems are only operational in active work zones where workers are present. Beginning today, registered owners will receive a warning letter for a first offense, a violation notice and $75 fine for a second offense, and a violation notice and $150 fine for third and subsequent offenses. These violations are civil penalties only; no points will be assessed to drivers licenses.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17774_PennDOT_AWZSE_NK_009.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvanias AWZSE program uses vehicle-mounted systems to detect and record motorists exceeding posted work zone speed limits by 11 miles per hour or more using electronic speed timing devices. AWZSE systems are only operational in active work zones where workers are present. Beginning today, registered owners will receive a warning letter for a first offense, a violation notice and $75 fine for a second offense, and a violation notice and $150 fine for third and subsequent offenses. These violations are civil penalties only; no points will be assessed to drivers licenses.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17774_PennDOT_AWZSE_NK_010.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvanias AWZSE program uses vehicle-mounted systems to detect and record motorists exceeding posted work zone speed limits by 11 miles per hour or more using electronic speed timing devices. AWZSE systems are only operational in active work zones where workers are present. Beginning today, registered owners will receive a warning letter for a first offense, a violation notice and $75 fine for a second offense, and a violation notice and $150 fine for third and subsequent offenses. These violations are civil penalties only; no points will be assessed to drivers licenses.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17774_PennDOT_AWZSE_NK_011.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a>