Intertek becomes accredited for ISO 39001 Road Safety Management Systems Certification

04 Jun 2015

Boxborough, MA - Intertek, a leading quality solutions provider to industries worldwide announces today the accreditation of ISO 39001 for road safety management systems certification. Certification to the ISO 39001:2012 standard can help organisations implement road safety management systems to improve traffic safety and reduce the number of persons killed or severely injured in road traffic incidents.

According to the World Health Organisation, injuries related to road traffic accidents are the eighth leading cause of death globally, it is estimated that 1.4 million people die of traffic related injuries each year and approx. 20-50 million seriously injured. The ISO 39001:2012 standard is an effective tool for governments, automotive manufacturers and organisations worldwide to take measures in reducing death and serious injuries caused by road accidents.

“Intertek is pleased to announce the addition of ISO 39001 to our services. This standard helps organisations make a direct impact in the safety of our communities by working more effectively with the road traffic systems to reduce devastation caused by traffic accidents” says Calin Moldovean, President of Intertek’s Business Assurance group.

Intertek’s full suite of risk management solutions includes a range of quality management systems standards as well as ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management, ISO 55001 Asset Management and Supplier Management Assessments. Our solutions are designed to help your organisation mitigate risk, reduce environmental impact and minimise operating costs.

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Email: lauren.whittemore@intertek.com

About Intertek
Intertek is a leading quality solutions provider to industries worldwide. From auditing and inspection, to testing, training, advisory, quality assurance and certification, Intertek adds value for its customers by helping improve the quality and safety of their products, assets and processes. With a network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices and over 38,000 people in more than 100 countries, Intertek supports companies’ success in the global marketplace, by helping customers to meet end users’ expectations for safety, sustainability, performance, integrity and desirability in virtually any market worldwide. Visit www.intertek.com