Emergency response
Our rapid response team can be on-site and managing traffic within just two hours if an emergency occurs
Our rapid response team guarantees an effective on-site presence within just two hours of a traffic management emergency. The appropriate signage and personnel will be put in place to manage emergency road closures or unexpected disruptions, with our ground presence backed up by a 24/7 contact service. Nationwide Traffic Solutions is always ready, for any emergency situation, with road safety and efficiency as priorities.
Nationwide Traffic Solutions provide a guaranteed rapid response and on-site setup within two hours, supported by a 24/7 contact service.
The Nationwide Traffic Solutions emergency response phone line is open 24/7 and you can reach us on 01652 640996.
We can deliver traffic management for short notice or emergency works and aim to be on site within two hours of the initial call. As we are available 24/7, simply call us on our emergency out of hours contact number which is 01652 640996.
In the UK, responsibility for emergency traffic management is shared between several key organisations:
Local councils are responsible for managing traffic on local roads, including responding to emergencies such as road closures or accidents.
They often work with traffic management companies to deploy solutions quickly.
- Highways England (now known as National Highways) – For motorways and major A roads in England, National Highways is responsible for traffic management during emergencies. They coordinate responses to accidents, roadworks, and other disruptions on these key routes.
- Traffic Management Companies – Private companies, like Nationwide Traffic Solutions, are often contracted to provide emergency traffic management services, ensuring traffic control equipment is deployed quickly and safely in line with regulations.
- Emergency Services – The police, fire, and ambulance services play a vital role in emergency situations. They may request temporary traffic management measures to ensure safe access for their vehicles and personnel.
- Utility Companies – For incidents involving utility works, utility companies may be responsible for arranging traffic management in coordination with local authorities or private traffic management providers.
Ultimately, it is a collaborative effort between these bodies to ensure safe and efficient traffic management during emergencies.
