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New backup signal sounds are being gradually installed on all city construction equipment. (File photo/ paNOW staff)
New Noise

City continues to install new back-up beepers

Mar 4, 2019 | 10:00 AM

If you’ve heard new sounds coming from city construction equipment, you’re not going crazy.

In a trend that is picking up across Canadian cities, Prince Albert is continuing to implement new backup indicators that move away from your standard beeping and to a static-type sound.

Fleet Manager, Robert Snowden explained why the change is taking place.