Driving in Bad Weather: What You Need to Know With the current weather being experienced across Ireland, it’s crucial for companies with staff driving as part of their job to ensure safety on the roads. Here are some essential precautions recommended by the Road Safety Authority for driving during the winter months: Check Your Tyres…
Landowners urged to ensure that hedgerows are trimmed before March 1st deadline
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the County and City Management Association (CCMA) are joining forces to urge landowners to prioritise road safety by trimming their hedgerows before the March 1 deadline. This proactive measure aims to mitigate potential hazards that overgrown hedges may pose to road users. Well-maintained hedges play a crucial role in…
Road Safety Authority (RSA) report 184 lives lost on Irish roads in 2023
In 2023, Irish roads witnessed a tragic toll, with 184 lives lost, as reported by the Road Safety Authority (RSA). This marks the highest number of fatalities in nearly a decade, surpassing the 2014 figure of 192 casualties. The statistics reveal a concerning 19% increase in road deaths compared to 2022. While the pandemic led…
Road Safety Authority report increases in traffic accidents & deaths for 2022
The Road Safety Authority have released provisional figures for 2022, which shows an increase in traffic accidents and deaths versus 2021. 2022 sees doubling of pedestrian deaths Drivers account for 39% of fatalities 1,292 people seriously injured* Cork (13), Dublin (13) and Limerick (10) record highest number of fatalities by county Almost 1 in 5 drivers…
Road Safety Authority reports increase in road fatalities in 2020
The Road Safety Authority have released their review of 2020 which shows an increase of 6% of road fatalities and a 25% drop in serious and minor injury road crashes over the 12 month period. The year also saw an increase in passenger, pedestrian and cyclist deaths. A total of 149 people died on Irish…
How safe are your vans? New van safety ratings released.
Thatcham Research & Euro NCAP launch new van safety rating. Van manufacturers are being urged to fit more lifesaving collision avoidance technology to their vehicles as standard after tests for a new Commercial Van Safety Rating revealed some alarming results. The Driving for Better Business website, in a recent article, states that out of 19…
HSA to begin immediate inspection & awareness blitz.
HSA to begin immediate inspection & awareness blitz. Inspectors from the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) will begin a two-week inspection and awareness safety blitz from Monday 24th February. The nationwide campaign will focus on the management of vehicle risks in the workplace such as driving for work, vehicle operations and load securing. It comes…
Road Safety Authority & An Garda Siochana launch Christmas Road Safety Appeal.
Road Safety Authority & An Garda Siochana launch Christmas Road Safety Appeal. Did you know that over 3,500 road users suffered life-altering injuries between 2014 and 2017? Launching its Christmas and New Year road safety appeal in conjunction with An Garda Síochána, the Road Safety Authority urges all road users to act responsibly and safely…
A Day Without Fatalities on Europes’ Roads – Thursday 26th September.
A DAY WITHOUT FATALITIES ON EUROPE’S ROADS? That’s the aim of Project EDWARD (European Day Without a Road Death) each year. Launched in 2016, the project is supported by drivers across the continent, plus very generous public and private sector partners. 2019’s day of action is this coming Thursday 26th September. Are you going to…
