BRAC - Hot Topics!

Updated April 22, 2011

There are a significant amount of construction projects currently ongoing at NSA Bethesda. The pace of construction will pick up in the near future that will impact the interior and exterior of the hospital. Please be extra mindful of several safety “hot spots” across NSA Bethesda.
Garages

• The speed limit within parking garages is 5 MPH. When driving through parking garages, please be mindful of pedestrians.
• There are ongoing renovations in Building 54 (Staff Garage). Follow the traffic signals and signage within the garage to maintain a safe environment.
• When walking through the America Garage, walk on the outer edge of the drive aisles. Motorists may not be able to see pedestrians as they take the turns. Additionally, walk through the entrance and exits designated for pedestrians instead of the entrances designated for vehicles.
• Motorists are not permitted to back in to spaces in any parking area at NSA Bethesda.

Crosswalks

• The safest way to cross a street is by using a crosswalk. Crosswalks are designed to be sufficiently illuminated and to provide a clear line of sight of pedestrians to motorists to provide enough time to stop.
• Before crossing be sure to look both ways, and if possible make eye contact with motorists to gain their attention.
• If you do not cross the street in a crosswalk, you may be less visible and nearby activities may distract drivers.

Flagger Activity

• Flaggers are in place to provide traffic control at construction entrances. They are in place to stop traffic that is entering/exiting the site or when one lane is temporarily blocked due to construction activity.
• If the roadway appears to be safe but the flagger has indicated that traffic needs to stop, heed the direction of the flagger to maintain a safe environment.

Pedestrian Detours

• Detours are put in place to keep pedestrians safe as they walk near a construction site.
• Follow any detour signage and stay on marked sidewalks.

Vehicle Detours

• Current and future construction projects may require the need to reroute traffic around the construction zone. This may include road and or gate closures for predetermined periods of time.
• When driving through these areas keep alert and slow down at entrances and exits of the detour.

Bicycle Safety

• All bicyclists are required to follow the same traffic rules and regulations as motorists.
• Helmets must be worn while riding at NSA Bethesda.