Industrieverband Straßenausstattung e.V. (IVSt)
Industrieverband Straßenausstattung e.V. (IVSt e.V.)
editThe Industrieverband Straßenausstattung e.V. (IVSt e.V.) is an umbrella organization composed of various specialist associations for road equipment. The association is divided into four specialist departments and works closely with well-known manufacturers of road equipment products[1][3].
Key Products and Services
editThe IVSt focuses on improving road safety, especially at roadworks. The central services include:
- Traffic Safety: Improving safety at construction sites and creating quality standards.
- Certification: Certification of specialist companies, employees, speakers and testers.
- Expertise: Publication of the "Handbook for Traffic Safety" and provision of training courses[5].
Main Mission and Values
editThe main mission of the IVSt is to ensure safety on German roads through continuous improvements in the products and services used. The association attaches great importance to quality and safety by working with institutions such as the Forschungsgesellschaft für Straßen- und Verkehrswesen (FGSV) and the Bundesanstalt für Straßenwesen (BASt)[3].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editThe IVSt is committed to the continuous improvement of quality in specialist companies. This is achieved through regular training courses, training courses and quality monitoring of the materials used. Another goal is to reduce hazards at construction sites through optimized safety measures[3].
Through these initiatives, the IVSt contributes to maintaining and continuously improving road safety in Germany at a high level.