Rijkswaterstaat is deeply worried about the significant increase in collisions with road inspector vehicles in 2024. There were 16 incidents, a threefold increase compared to previous years.

These statistics highlight the need for all road users to stay alert. Rijkswaterstaat urges: drive focused and avoid distractions!

Road Inspectors Ensure Safety

Road inspectors are essential for maintaining safety and traffic flow. They are often first on the scene after accidents. Using blue lights, they ensure that responders and recovery teams can work safely. They also assess road damage and decide when it can be reopened.

Director Robert-Jaap Voorn emphasizes the importance of road inspectors work and calls for increased driver concentration to prevent distractions.

Visible Vehicles with a Vital Role

The yellow pick-ups, designed to stand out, serve as a visual warning and protective buffer for inspectors and others involved in incidents. Traffic signs like red crosses are used to close lanes when necessary.

Call to Road Users

To reduce vehicle collisions, we urge road users: stay focused, respect traffic signals, and avoid distractions like mobile phone use.

Shared Responsibility for Safety

Voorn highlights the impact of each incident and stresses the importance of road user vigilance to ensure everyone returns home safely.