ISO 39001

ISO 39001 is an international standard that specifies requirements for a road traffic safety (RTS) management system. It enables an organization to reduce, and ultimately eliminate, death and serious injury related to road traffic crashes. The standard is applicable to any organization that interacts with the road traffic system, regardless of size, type, or location.

The core principles of ISO 39001 revolve around the "safe system" approach, which acknowledges that humans make errors, and that the road traffic system should be designed to minimize the consequences of those errors. This means focusing on factors such as safe road infrastructure, safe speeds, safe vehicles, and safe road users.

Key elements of an ISO 39001-compliant RTS management system include:

• Policy and Leadership: Establishing a clear road traffic safety policy and demonstrating commitment from top management.
• Planning: Identifying hazards and risks related to road traffic safety, and setting objectives and targets for improvement.
• Implementation and Operation: Putting plans into action, including implementing procedures, training employees, and managing resources.
• Checking: Monitoring and measuring performance, conducting audits, and investigating incidents.
• Management Review: Regularly reviewing the effectiveness of the RTS management system and making necessary improvements.
• Continual Improvement: Continuously seeking opportunities to improve road traffic safety performance.

By implementing an ISO 39001-compliant RTS management system, organizations can demonstrate their commitment to road traffic safety, improve their performance, reduce risks, and contribute to a safer road environment for all. Certification to ISO 39001 is typically achieved through an independent audit by a certification body. The standard assists organisations in establishing and implementing appropriate road traffic safety management systems and provides guidance on how to manage road safety risks.