1. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Road Transport Professional Training at International Standards to ensure a sustainable development of the industries and economies Alexandria, November 5 2012 Patrick Philipp Head - IRU Training

2. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 This is the International Road Transport Union

3. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Evolution of IRU Membership 1948: eight founder countries

4. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 IRU Secretariat General IRU founded in Geneva 1948 – IRU founded in Geneva 1973 – IRU Permanent Delegation to the European Union in Brussels 1998 – IRU Permanent Delegation to Eurasia in Moscow 2005 – IRU Permanent Delegation to the Middle East and Region in Istanbul 2012 – IRU Permanent Delegation for Africa in Casablanca

5. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 IRU Priority Issues  Sustainable Development InnovationInnovation IncentivesIncentives InfrastructureInfrastructure  Facilitation TradeTrade TourismTourism Road TransportRoad Transport These are also the priorities of the IRU Academy

6. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Road Safety – High Priority

7. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Road Safety – Specific Strategy The IRU supports all measures that improve road safety if they effectively target the main causes of accidents involving trucks

8. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Accident Analysis ETAC – A Scientific Study Results confirmed by US Study ETAC – First of its kind!

9. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Main Cause: The Human Factor Investigation of 624 accidents showed the main cause of the accident is human error However, from the 85.2% linked to human error, 75% were caused by other road users! However, from the 85.2% linked to human error, 75% were caused by other road users! Source: EU, IRU

10. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Page 10 Worldwide Excellence in Road Transport Training

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12. Why Organisations Invest in Learning?

13. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Page 13 IRU Academy Objectives Sustainable Development Safety Compliance Performance

14. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Page 14 Not complying with the rules will lead to fines and a negative impact on your reputation! Resulting in loss of Revenues ComplianceCompliance

15. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Page 15 Performance Improving safety record - Identifying and manage “risk” for the employees Improving regulatory compliance Improving efficiency Increasing employee and customer satisfaction Increasing competitiveness mediacollegep

16. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Page 16 Safety The Population The Environment The Economy Damages to:

17. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 IRU Academy Programmes Page 17

18. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Page 18 Safe Loading & Cargo Securing ECO-Driving IRU Academy Programmes

19. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 IRU Academy Content Management - Accessibility Accredited Training Institutes can access up-to-date learning material, reference information and multimedia resources through a single web access Page 19

20. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 International Recognition IRU Academy Advisory Committee UNECE United Nations Economic Commission for Europe Page 20

21. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 IRU Academy Online (AOL) Private and secure web sites for - IRU Academy ATI promotion - IRU Academy ATI promotion - IRU Academy graduate promotion - IRU Academy graduate promotion - Real-time credential verification - Real-time credential verification Page 21

22. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Page 22 International & Pan-Arab Recognition Pan-Arab Certification Recognition through the Arab Union of Land Transport Regional Examination authority Dr. Abdallatt Dr Ata Head of Transport Division National Competent Authority Examination is conducted under the supervision of the Arab Union of Land Transport (AULT) Dr Rasheed Dean AASTMT-CITL National Endorsement International Endorsement ATI Endorsement

23. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Access to profession – internationally recognised conditions and criteria Road transport of passengers and goods is a specific economic activity Its activity is displayed on the public domain: the roads Vital production tool which brings goods and passengers to market / work / tourism

24. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Access to profession – internationally recognised conditions and criteria Road transport industry needs: To be Safe and Secure vis-à-vis other road users To be competitive to secure economy and contribute to development and prosperity Conditions and criteria for access to profession

25. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Access to the profession Professional Competence Good reputation Financial standing International experience

26. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 IRU Academy CPC Manager Programme “To establish an internationally recognised diploma to support the qualification of professional managers working in the road transport and logistics industry” Providing training programmes covering the knowledge and the essential skills required in today’s road transport industry. Ensuring the programmes can be adapted for local and national needs. Working with training organisations to share best practices. Working with transport operators to ensure training programmes are relevant to their requirements. Promoting professionalism, business sustainability, road safety and environmental protection. Promoting the professionalism of road transport to private and public bodies.

27. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 AASTMT-CITL Discussion on accreditation initiated over the past IRU-LAS- AULT Seminars in 2010 and 2011 Accreditation procedure started in November 2011 Train the Trainer completed in May 2012 AASTMT-CITL receives Accreditation in May 2012 AASTMT-CITL – Preparatory work CPC Manager Pilot Programme Sept 17-20 2012 Page 27

28. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 IRU Academy benefits International recognition of the road transport industry First-class road transport training materials and training technology that include on-line simulators, interactive training, best practices and reference material. Continuous training by experts in order to ensure complete knowledge transfer to ATI instructors Being part of the largest training centre network and therefore benefit of regular updates on the latest development in road transport training and practices The exclusive right to issue IRU Academy Certificates and Diplomas to all graduates who successfully undertake training programmes and undertake the exams with success

29. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Page 29 Impact of Training No matter what the industry or the size of your business, training will have a positive effect on safety records and performance which will positively impact the bottom line. Copyright cic.gc.ca Education, vocational training and lifelong learning play a vital role in both economic and social context.

30. © International Road Transport Union (IRU) 2012 Transport & Growth Transport is a key factor contributing to economic development and poverty reduction. By reducing time and costs, and improving efficiency, transport enables economic activities, health care, education, and social development to be undertaken more effectively and efficiently.

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