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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 6 April, 2018
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Aidan Flynn, FTAI; Tomas Horgan, Dungarvan Transport, and Moyagh Murdock, Road Safety Authority.
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SAFETY and compliance are key to the success of any HGV fleet management system. And from 28th March, 2018, Ireland’s operators of HGV fleets can achieve an independent verification standard which demonstrates their legal standards of operation. The Freight Transport Association of Ireland (FTAI) has launched an annual audit programme – TruckSafe – which is designed to provide independent verification that HGV fleet operators are meeting, and exceeding, minimum legal requirements. Attainable in three levels – bronze, silver and gold – the TruckSafe standards will be assessed annually, and are marked on a rising scale of complexity designed to reassure operators and buyers of freight alike. “In an industry where, far too often, the focus is on poor practice or non-compliant activities, it is vital for the image of the logistics sector that new standards concentrate on quality and compliance,” says Aidan Flynn, General Manager of FTA Ireland. “With Brexit approaching, the need for the very highest standards of operation has never been more vital to keep Irish business as competitive as possible. The new Trucksafe awards provide a reassurance of
quality and compliance for new and existing customers, while allowing fleet managers to adopt levels of operation which accommodate increased operational standards over time, to comply with new legislation, develop and grow their businesses seamlessly. “After Brexit, the Irish freight industry will be under more pressure than before to achieve more with less, to keep the country’s goods and services competitive in the UK and European markets. The clearly defined levels will enable continuous professional development for Irish businesses, and ensure that the services which the logistics sector provides for its customers can be clearly assessed and benchmarked, with a reassurance of quality for all.” At the FTA Ireland annual Transport Manager Seminar, held at the Johnston House Hotel and Spa on the 28th of March, 2018, CEO of the Road Safety Authority Moyagh Murdoch presented the first certifications to FTAI members who have already achieved the necessary standards in operation. Dungarvan Transport received the Silver TruckSafe standard and Tomas Horgan, principle for the company was on hand to accept the award. Other recipients’ on the day were BOC Gases Ireland
and NVD who were the first recipients of a Gold TruckSafe Standard, while Silver recognition was provided to FloGas, Fingal County Council, Clare Distribution Services and EMO Oil. TruckSafe is designed to recognise operators who demonstrate the highest standards of professionalism and compliance in the day-to-day management of their drivers and vehicles. The standard demonstrates each company’s commitment to continuous improvement in safety and sustainable operations in their Transport and Distribution activities. To find out more about the TruckSafe programme, and learn how to register for an assessment, please contact FTA Ireland on 01 844 7516 or visit www.ftai.ie FTA Ireland (FTAI) is a not for profit membership trade association for the freight and logistics industry in Ireland. FTAI covers all aspects of the freight, passenger transport and logistics supply chain, including road, rail, sea, air, port, airport and public service transport interests, whether as operators, freight and logistics services, coach and bus operators or as shippers. Further information regarding FTA Ireland is available at www.ftai.ie
attend Parkinson’s Protest PARKINSON’S Association members from all over the country protested outside Leinster House on Thursday, 29th March. Chief Executive, Paula Gilmore, handed over a petition with eleven thousand signatures appealing for government funding for the Association’s work to Minister of State, Helen McEntee TD. The protest was also attended by Marian Harkin, MEP and EU Ambassador for People with Parkinson’s as well as many TDs and Senators from across the political spectrum. The Parkinson’s charity gets absolutely no core funding from government despite the fact that it tries to help some twelve thousand people living with the degenerative neurological condition. It has eighteen branches around the country and runs a free phone helpline which provides information and also offers a call-back service from a Parkinson’s Nurse Specialist.
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