National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) has been successful in spreading awareness for work zone safety across the country because of participation from organizations and individuals just like you. Hundreds of companies and individuals reach out to ATSSA on social media each year using #NWZAW. 

NWZAW 2026 will be held April 20-24, hosted by the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT). NWZAW highlights the deadly dangers of inattention at highway work areas. The weeklong commemoration includes:

• Work Zone Safety Training Day, April 20 
• National kickoff event and press conference, April 21
• Go Orange Day, April 22
• Social media storm, April 23
• Moment of Silence, April 24