Along Jan Noorduynweg
WILLEMSTAD--Curaçao’s Project Team Supervision and Enforcement PTH, together with Public Works OW, has taken action to secure a dangerous trench located along Jan Noorduynweg. The intervention followed a report received about a hazardous situation for pedestrians in the area between Kooyman and Daboussi Motors.
Upon arrival, PTH spoke with the developers, who stated that the project had received a construction permit. According to them, the retaining wall of 500 to 600 millimetres would match the existing one at Kooyman and be extended to help stabilise the surrounding soil.
However, after measuring the distance of the wall, PTH determined that the situation did not fully comply with safety requirements. The recently covered trench measured approximately 1.4 metres, which did not meet the required dimensions.
PTH instructed the developers to cover the trench properly and move the construction area further back to ensure the required two-metre pedestrian passageway remains available. They were also ordered to install barriers to protect both motorists and pedestrians while construction activities continue.
The developers cooperated with the instructions and confirmed that adjustments would be made to comply with these requirements. PTH will continue monitoring the situation to ensure that the necessary safety measures are implemented.
