Non-government Organisations
Comprising about 2,000 experienced managers, government staff, public and private sector corporations, consultancies and other members, the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong (CILTHK) encompasses various industries including shipping, logistics, airlines, public transport, railways and roads.
The CILTHK organises regular seminars, forums, conferences, visits and other programmes and events for members. Additionally, it defines codes of conduct with the objective of upholding professional industry standards. The CILTHK is also represented on public committees and advisory bodies to comment on transport and logistics-related issues for the Government.
In August 2001, the CILTHK joined the Road Safety Council as an active member, with roles on the Road Safety Campaign Committee and the Road Safety Research Committee. The CILTHK works closely and regularly with the Council and other Government departments to improve road safety and distribute road safety messages to the industry.
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| The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong - Annual General Meeting 2011 |
For further information, please visit:
http://www.cilt.org.hk
Hong Kong Automobile Association (HKAA)
Over the years, the Council has been advised and assisted by the Hong Kong Automobile Association (HKAA), which has provided valuable commentary to assist both the Council and the Government in developing new legislation, improving road quality, devising new road safety measures and handling various other aspects related to the general protection of road users. The Association is represented on the Council, the Road Safety Research Committee, the Road Safety Campaign Committee and the Speed Limit Review Working Group.
The Association today continues its heritage of almost a century of promoting road safety and more efficient traffic management in Hong Kong. It also promotes safe and legal motor sports as a member of the International Automobile Federation (FIA), and the International Motorcycle Federation (FIM). These are the international governing bodies of car events and motorcycle events respectively.
The Association provides a range of benefits and technical support to its members, and renders assistance to promote road safety activities in the community.
For further information, please visit:
http://www.hkaa.com.hk
Hong Kong Federation of Insurers (HKFI)
The Hong Kong Federation of Insurers (HKFI) comprises 132 member companies and is recognised by the Government as representing the insurance industry. It consists of two councils: the General Insurance Council and the Life Insurance Council. Matters related to motor insurance are in the purview of the Accident Insurance Association, which is established under the General Insurance Council.
The HKFI liaises with the Commissioner of Insurance on legislative and industry matters, and is committed to improving the professionalism of the insurance industry through promotion and refinement of its self-regulatory framework.
In 2011, the HKFI continued to promote road safety. HKFI web pages were hyperlinked to the Road Safety Council’s homepage, providing useful information on motor insurance, including third-party insurance, no-claims bonuses, and motor insurance cover under adverse weather conditions. The Federation also encouraged public transport operators to reduce accident rates by promoting good driving behaviour and worked with relevant governmental departments to find effective ways to combat drink driving,drug driving and other traffic problems.
For further information, please visit:
http://www.hkfi.org.hk
The Hong Kong Medical Association (HKMA)
Formerly known as the Hong Kong Chinese Medical Association, the Hong Kong Medical Association (HKMA) was founded in 1920. Still active in the community today, it maintains its aim to improve medical standards in Hong Kong. At the same time, it provides a platform for maintaining friendly and professional relations with registered medical practitioners.
With its motto: ‘To Safeguard the Health of the People’, the HKMA has over 8,100 member practitioners. It centres on the dissemination of medical knowledge, encompassing information regarding the care and well being of road users. In this respect, the HKMA in particular offers medical advice to drivers, especially on the side effects of medication and other safety topics.
Medical educational programmes, provided by a dedicated team of volunteer doctors, help publicise the risks of drink driving and drug driving. Press releases, publications, radio and TV programmes, lectures and exhibitions are also in the program of activities of the HKMA for distributing life-saving messages. The Association’s activities, including commentary on controversial medical matters, are conveyed through a monthly newsletter.
To keep up-to-date on world-class road safety knowledge, the Council leverages the HKMA’s affiliation with many international medical groups, including ties to the World Medical Association, the Confederation of Medical Associations in Asia and Oceania and the Hong Kong Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
For further information, please visit:
http://www.hkma.org
Hong Kong Road Safety Association (HKRSA) / Hong Kong Road Safety Patrol (HKRSP)
Founded in 1961, the Hong Kong Road Safety Association (HKRSA) is a voluntary organisation for the promotion of pedestrian safety. In 1963, the Hong Kong Road Safety Patrol (HKRSP) was established to focus on student pedestrian safety in areas where students travel to and from school with inadequate road crossing facilities and to assist the Police to publicise road safety issues.
As at December 2011, the HKRSP had a membership of 10,291, including students from 359 kindergartens, primary and secondary schools, as well as senior citizens from elderly centres. In addition, 578 volunteers serve as safety leaders.
In 2011, the HKRSP participated in a number of road safety campaigns and community events. It also provided regulatory and traffic-flow services, social services and spearheaded road safety education among students. Student members who have a common mission and value in promoting school road safety education also serve the community in the important role of Road Safety Ambassadors.
The HKRSP has also reached out to the Mainland by sharing experiences and expertise with cities and provinces, mutually supporting each other in the promotion of road safety awareness and in forming road safety patrols in schools.
The HKRSA and HKRSP work closely and cooperate with the Police, the Council, Education Bureau, Social Welfare Department and Home Affairs Bureau in their pursuit of making Hong Kong a safe place for road users.
For further information, please visit:
http://www.rsa.org.hk
Institute of Advanced Motorists Hong Kong (IAM-HK)
The Institute of Advanced Motorists Hong Kong (IAM-HK), founded in 1961, celebrated its 50th anniversary last year. The
IAM-HK is a non-commercial, non-profit interest group that aims to promote driving standards to the highest possible level in Hong Kong, Macau and the Mainland. All members, having passed an Advanced Driving Test conducted by the Institute, must at all times be able to demonstrate a high level of skill and drive with a sense of responsibility towards all other road users, including pedestrians and cyclists.
In 2011, the Institute continued to participate in the Council’s activities, filling important roles on the Road Safety Research Committee and the Road Safety Campaign Committee, to promulgate safety messages among the motoring public. The group also delivered Advanced Driving Training Courses to drivers and fleet operators of major companies as part of its mission to elevate driving standards in the territory. IAM-HK also upgraded their homepage to make advanced driving knowledge and techniques available to all drivers.
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| Institute of Advanced Motorists (Hong Kong) Limited - Eco Drive competition |
For further information, please visit:
http://www.iamhk.org
