What is the poster contest?

The ATSSA Foundation’s “Life Behind the Cones and Barrels – How Roadway Workers Keep America
Moving” Poster Contest educates young people about work zone safety before they begin to drive. Future
drivers in grades K-3 and 4-6 document their impressions of roadway work and become advocates for
safe work zone habits to their family members and friends.

Who is eligible for the contest?

The contest is broken in groups of future drivers in grades K-3 and 4-6.

What topic should the poster cover?

Your poster should cover "Life Behind the Cones and Barrels" / "How Roadway Workers Keep America Moving"

-Slow down to posted speeds and be patient.
-Merge carefully and follow the directions of work zone signs and workers.
-Remove distractions such as cell phones or unnecessary conversations.
-Focus on what is ahead of you and "expect the unexpected".
-Turn lights on in work zones
-Display an orange ribbon on your vehicle to show your commitment to work zone safety.

What do I win?

Northland Chapter winners receive cash prizes, with a matching gift going to each winner’s school.
Posters are sent to the National contest for a chance at prizes and being featured in the NATSSAF
calendar.

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