Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Training
1 Day 08:00 - 13:00
This course provides a comprehensive, module-based breakdown of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) process, from infringement notices through to demerit points and the potential suspension or cancellation of licences. It is designed to equip attendees with practical tools and legal knowledge to navigate the system confidently and compliantly.
Course Overview
The Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act represents a significant shift in how road traffic violations are enforced in South Africa.
This course explains the AARTO process from the issuing of infringement notices to the enforcement of demerit points and the potential suspension or cancellation of licences.
Course Includes
- Generic AARTO workplace policy template.
- AARTO Training Manual.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, delegates will be able to:
- Understand what the AARTO system is, how it differs from current enforcement methods and why it matters.
- Identify and interpret infringement notices, service processes, timeframes and available legal remedies.
- Apply knowledge of administrative processes including courtesy letters, enforcement orders and fee structures.
- Manage demerit points, including allocation, thresholds for suspension or cancellation and licence reinstatement.
- Implement AARTO compliance within the workplace, including employee monitoring, record-keeping, policy enforcement and disciplinary action.
Course Content
Module 1: Introduction to AARTO
- Background and purpose of AARTO.
- National rollout and implementation timeline.
- Key differences between AARTO and the Criminal Procedure Act.
Module 2: The AARTO Process
- The infringement notice.
- Methods of serving infringement notices: electronic, postal and physical.
- Understanding timeframes for payment or response.
- Nominating the driver.
- Paying discounted fines.
- Making representations to the RTIA.
- Appeals process and the Appeals Tribunal.
- Courtesy letters and enforcement orders.
- Administrative fees.
Module 3: Demerit Points System
- Allocation of demerit points for infringements.
- Demerit point thresholds for licence suspension and cancellation.
- Operator responsibilities and exclusions.
- Procedures for suspended or cancelled licences.
- Steps to reinstate a licence.
- Traffic charges and related penalties.
Module 4: AARTO and the Workplace
- Employer and employee responsibilities.
- Monitoring driver compliance and demerit points.
- Record-keeping and verification processes.
- Integrating AARTO into workplace policies.
- Implementing disciplinary measures and incapacity procedures.
- Introducing the AARTO workplace policy template.
Target Audience
This course is ideal for:
- Fleet operators and logistics managers.
- HR professionals and employers.
- Business owners with company or pool vehicles.
- Drivers and vehicle operators.
- Legal, compliance and SHEQ officers.
Assessment
Class activities are included as part of the course.
Certification
A Certificate of Completion is issued upon successful completion of the course.
Training Aids and Course Material
- Slide presentation.
- Case studies and discussion activities.
- Generic AARTO workplace policy template.
- AARTO Training Manual.
Course Completion
All learners are provided with an AARTO Training Manual and a Certificate of Completion on successful completion of the course.
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