Road Traffic Safety Management System (RTSMS) – ISO 39001:2012
ISO 39001:2012 is an internationally recognized standard for Road Traffic Safety Management Systems (RTSMS). It provides a structured framework for organizations to improve road traffic safety, reduce road-related risks, and minimize fatalities and serious injuries resulting from road traffic incidents.
The standard is applicable to organizations that interact with the road traffic system, including transport companies, logistics providers, fleet operators, government agencies, construction companies, public transportation services, and organizations managing vehicle fleets. ISO 39001:2012 helps organizations establish effective road safety policies, identify traffic-related risks, implement preventive measures, and promote a strong culture of road safety.
Implementing ISO 39001:2012 enables organizations to improve driver safety, enhance vehicle management, optimize transportation operations, and ensure compliance with applicable road traffic laws and regulations. The standard focuses on risk assessment, safe driving practices, vehicle maintenance, incident investigation, performance monitoring, and continual improvement to reduce accidents and improve overall road safety performance
Reduces road traffic accidents, fatalities, and serious injuries.
Improves driver safety and promotes responsible driving practices.
Enhances fleet management and vehicle maintenance.
Ensures compliance with road traffic laws and regulatory requirements.
Reduces operational risks and transportation-related costs.
Improves organizational reputation and stakeholder confidence.
Supports continual improvement in road traffic safety performance.
Demonstrates commitment to internationally recognized road traffic safety management standards.
Submit the certification application and accept the certification proposal.
Conduct an optional gap assessment to evaluate the existing Road Traffic Safety Management System against ISO 39001:2012 requirements.
Stage 1 Audit is performed to review documented information and assess organizational readiness.
Stage 2 Audit evaluates the effective implementation and performance of the Road Traffic Safety Management System.
Following a successful audit review, the certification decision is made and the ISO 39001:2012 certificate is issued.
Surveillance audits are conducted periodically to verify continued compliance and continual improvement.
Re-certification is carried out after the certification cycle to maintain the validity of the certification.
