The Brazilian round of the World Endurance Championship, the 6 Hours of Sao Paulo, will not only provide excitement on the track but will also be the stage for a unique initiative from the FIA to promote road safety. During the event, the organization will recognize companies certified under the FIA road safety index, an international program designed to assess road safety management in logistics and corporate operations.
This index evaluates aspects such as carrier management, safety requirements for drivers, training programs, alcohol and drug testing, travel tracking, and the use of safety devices. The certification is based on objective evidence, validated through an independent FIA audit.
The certification process is divided into two stages. First, the company performs a self-assessment based on evidence of its processes and practices. Next, an independent audit validates the information and determines the final rating, which varies according to the maturity level achieved.
Among the recognized companies is ArcelorMittal, which has obtained the highest rating of three stars after an audit conducted at its facilities in Santa Catarina, Brazil. This distinction is particularly significant for the company, which also contributes to safety in motorsport by producing the safety cage used in Stock Car race cars, structures designed to enhance driver protection in the event of an accident.
The president of the Brazilian Automobile Association (AAB), Luanda Dantas Guerra, highlighted that this certification is a demonstration of how lessons learned in the world of racing can generate tangible benefits for society. ‘The FIA has a long history of transforming innovation and knowledge generated on the track into advancements that will improve people’s safety,’ she stated.
For Marcia Spelta, general manager of health and safety at ArcelorMittal, this recognition reaffirms a culture of prevention that is reflected in both industrial operations and mobility-related initiatives. ‘This certification shows that our risk management and our promotion of safety are aligned with the highest international standards,’ she commented.
Created by the FIA, the road safety index is being implemented in various countries to help organizations assess and improve their road safety management, strengthening a global agenda that brings the excellence of motorsport safety closer to business operations and daily mobility.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
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