(Indianapolis, IN) - Indiana Department of Transportation workers are getting the green light to become more visible in work zones.

 

Project Greenlight is an INDOT initiative to equip roadway workers with flashing LED devices called Guardian Angel safety lights. When worn with a high visibility vest, officials say, these lights help workers become 89 percent more visible to passing traffic.

 

Bright green is the most visible color to the human eye and is the most visible from longer distances. The color green is also easily distinguishable from the rest of INDOT’s standard work zone lighting.

 

“Studies show drivers are more likely to move over and slow down when they see these green lights in work zones,” said INDOT Commissioner Lyndsay Quist. “The safety of our team is always our top priority as they make improvements to Indiana’s infrastructure, and we hope this small tool will have a big impact.” 

 

Project Greenlight was piloted last fall. Approximately 375 lights will be distributed across the state, starting with the INDOT Northwest District.