Abstract
Road traffic safety achievements in Poland in the last two years are described. The plan is to incorporate EU safety legislation into Polish law. Participation in international harmonisation initiatives has continued. Improvements in vehicle testing procedures, including greater objectivity, have been implemented. These have reduced the number of accidents attributable to vehicle failure by 50%. The number of alcohol-related accidents has decreased by about 15% in the last 4 years as a result of more severe penalties. Road improvements in Poland are described briefly. Further reductions in the accident rate are required.