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The Road Freight Association
Reg. No.1981/010367/08 Non Profit Company (NPC)
Unit E1: Isando Industrial Park
corner Gewel Street and Hulley Roads, Isando
P O Box 511, Isando, 1600
Telephone (011) 974-4399
Fax (011) 974-4903
e-mail: [email protected]
website : www.rfa.co.za
Die Padvragvereniging
Regnr.1981/010367/08 Vereniging sonder winsbejag (NPC)
Eenheid E1: Isando Industriële Park
h/v Gewel en Hulley Str, Isando
Posbus 511, Isando, 1600
Telefoon (011) 974-4399
Faks (011) 974-4903
e-pos: [email protected]
webwerf: www.rfa.co.za
The Road Freight Association Code of Conduct
Objective
 The main objective of the code of conduct is to establish professionalism that will protect the
image, credibility and sustainability of the road freight industry in South Africa.
 The code sets out standards of professional practice of conduct governing the members of the
Road Freight Association.
The member shall endeavour to do the following:
Social and Environmental Commitment
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Comply with the laws of the Republic of South Africa and to operate within the spirit of those
laws.
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Protect the environment, promote sustainable development and conduct business affairs that
are socially responsible.
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Make the most effective use and conserve the nation’s natural resources.
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Improve energy efficiency, monitor and reduce carbon emissions.
Regulations and Legislation
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Comply with Statutes, Acts, Regulations, Bye - laws, guidelines, including but not limited to the
Road Traffic Act, Labour Relations Act, NBCFRLI agreement and legislation relating to anticompetitiveness, and professional service delivery such as FAIS Act compliance.
Ethics and Governance

Manage and conduct their affairs according to principles and values of good governance.
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Maintain high standards of ethics, fairness and professionalism.
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Directors:
Chief Executive:
N van der Westhuizen (Chairperson), GC Marais (Vice Chairperson), DL Behrens, GD Bolton,
RA Dlamini, D Joubert, SP Lunga, DI Moe, PW Mountford, M L Oosthuizen, M Sodalay, SJ Swanepoel, S Temple,
GJ van der Horst, A van der Velde, WJM van Wetten, FW Wagner
S Naidoo (Ms)
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Act with integrity at all times and deal fairly, honestly and responsibly with all customers and
stakeholders.
Operating Efficiency

Strive to maintain high standards of operational efficiency through the optimal use of resources,
cost reductions and fuel efficiencies.
Vehicle Roadworthiness
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Ensure that vehicles remain in a roadworthy condition.
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Maintain and implement policies and procedures for pre- trip inspections and corrective action
taken immediately.
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Perform regular and preventative maintenance and servicing of vehicles and equipment
according to industry self-regulation standards.
Loads
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Ensure that the loads are safe and secure.
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Ensure that loads do not exceed the maximum permissible axle and vehicle load masses.
Employees
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Provide continuous training and development to employees.
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Provide for the welfare of all employees.
Drivers
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Recruit of professional and qualified drivers with valid licenses
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Ensure that drivers have the necessary competence, skills and experience to drive the vehicle
and load assigned to them.
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Continuously train and develop drivers to meet the needs of changing technology
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Adhere to driver hours and resting periods as prescribed in the relevant legislation.
Safety and Standards
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Comply with the highest levels of safety and industry self-regulation standards.
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Ensure that all reflective material and lamps are in working condition.
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Improve methods of spray and dust reduction to allow safer passing by other vehicles.
Commitment to the Association
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The member shall respond to all complaints forwarded by the Association within 14 days.
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The member shall conduct himself in a manner that will uphold the good standing and
reputation of the RFA.
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The member will NOT misuse his office within the RFA for personal gain.

The member will NOT make public statements on behalf of the RFA without the authority of the
RFA Executive.
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The member will NOT represent the RFA in any manner without approval of the RFA Executive.
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The member will NOT bring the Association in disrepute.
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The member shall support the Association in all its endeavours.
The Code is binding on all members of the RFA and compliance with this Code is a condition of
membership of the Association. Non-compliance of the Code can lead to cancellation or suspension of
membership as prescribed by the Memorandum of Incorporation.
By signing below I declare that I am an authorised signatory for my organisation and understand the
Code of Conduct above. I hereby pledge my organisation to follow the spirit of the Code as presently
constituted and embodied herein.
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Signature
Designation
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