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Water Filled Barriers vs Concrete Barriers
- Increase Safety for Motorists
- Using plastic barriers filled with water or sand reduces exposure for motorists in work zone areas and mitigate the likelihood of serious injury.
- Greater Visibility
- Because of their brighter color they are more visible than traditional concrete options.
- Portability
- Water filled barricades or barriers are far more transportable because they are lighter and ballast can potentially be added on location.
- Flexibility in Usage
- The plastic barriers also offer more flexibility in that they can be used 'as is' or with differing degrees of ballast.
- Barrier Connectability
- Water barriers can be easily connected end to end to demark an area
Safety Note: In any construction area there is always an important balance to be struck between protecting workers and protecting motorists. Statistics have shown that the greater majority of fatalities in work zones are drivers and their passengers. The forces upon car and passengers from impact with a water barricade are significantly lower than the concrete alternative, yet a ballasted barricade still does the job of protecting workers in the area. This economical and practical application make water filled barriers one of the most popular options for work zone areas today.
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