This comprehensive program prepares organizations for the impending national rollout. Learn to manage the strict AARTO infringement lifecycle, execute driver nominations flawlessly, and align HR policies to mitigate corporate fleet risk.
| Date | Venue | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 - 28 August 2026 | Durban | 5 Days | |
| 28 September - 02 October 2026 | Pretoria | 5 Days | |
| 02 - 06 November 2026 | Polokwane | 5 Days | |
| 07 - 11 December 2026 | Cape Town | 5 Days |
Welcome to the comprehensive training program on the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act and Corporate Proxy Management.
The national rollout of the AARTO system represents the most significant overhaul of road traffic law enforcement in South African history. Moving away from the traditional, purely financial penalty framework governed by the criminal procedure act, AARTO introduces an administrative, data-driven system built around a strict Points Demerit System.
The ultimate objective of AARTO is simple: to reduce road fatalities and change driver behaviour. However, for organizations operating a fleet—whether it is pool cars, a sales team on the road, or a large-scale logistics network—AARTO fundamentally changes corporate risk profile, human resource structures, and operational liabilities. If left unmanaged, the consequences for the organization include:
Asset Immobilization: Demerit points accumulate not just against drivers, but against Operators (companies). Exceeding point thresholds can result in the automatic suspension or cancellation of vehicle licenses and Operator Cards, legally grounding entire fleets.
Third-Party Liability & Insurance Risks: If an employee drives a company vehicle with a suspended license and causes an accident, corporate insurance policies may be declared null and void, exposing the business to millions of Rands in liability.
Operational & Financial Disruption: Warrants of Execution arising from unresolved Enforcement Orders can legally allow sheriffs to seize moveable corporate property.
The objective of this Proxy and AARTO Training Program is for course participants to become familiar with the following:
Deconstruct the AARTO Act and distinguish its mechanisms clearly from the Criminal Procedure Act (CPA) currently used in non-rollout areas
Explain the lifecycle of an infringement, from the initial Infringement Notice to the Courtesy Letter, Enforcement Order, and the final Warrant of Execution
Interpret the 32-day rule strictly, identifying the critical legislative timelines and deadlines for responding to notices to avoid automatic escalation
Define the legal roles and responsibilities of a judicially nominated Company Proxy under the National Road Traffic Act and AARTO
Mitigate corporate risk by establishing an airtight framework to shield the company’s Operator Card (and corporate fleet) from suspension
Successfully execute the driver nomination process, transferring demerit points from the corporate entity to the actual driver responsible for the infringement within the lawful timeframe
Navigate the Road Traffic Infringement Agency (RTIA) portal to audit, track, and monitor the demerit status of both corporate vehicles and employed drivers
Assess the legal options available for contesting an infringement, including representation, electing to go to court, or applying for instalment payments
Formulate a standard operating procedure (SOP) for internal mailroom and fleet administration teams to ensure notices are captured, date-stamped, and escalated immediately upon receipt
Develop an AARTO-compliant Workplace Policy that seamlessly integrates into existing Employment Contracts and Disciplinary Codes
Design a driver risk-profile matrix using telematics data and infringement histories to proactively identify high-risk drivers before they reach the licence suspension threshold
Manage the operational impact of driver licence suspensions, establishing lawful protocols for handling employees who can no longer legally drive for the organization
This Proxy and AARTO Training Program is tailored for:
Appointed Company Proxies
Business Owners representing the Fleet Card
Public Entity/Municipal Accounting Officers
Fleet Managers and Coordinators
Logistics, Transport, and Distribution Managers
Risk Managers
Environment Safety and Governance (ESG) Officers
Fleet Administrators and Fine Managers
Compliance and Legal Officers
Human Resources (HR) Personnel: Crucial
Driver Trainers and Safety Officers (OHS)
Line Managers / Supervisors
Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:
– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.
Module 1. Introduction to the AARTO Act
Purpose, objectives, and legal framework of the AARTO system
Differences between the Criminal Procedure Act and the AARTO process
Understanding traffic violations: Infringements vs. Offences
Module 2. The AARTO Process & Procedures
Steps of the infringement notice process
Service of notices and time frames
Options upon receipt of notice: Payment, Discounting, Representations, and Electing to be tried in court
The role of Courtesy Letters and Enforcement Orders
Warrants of Execution and final consequences
Module 3. The Points-Demerit System
How demerit points are calculated and allocated
Thresholds for suspension and cancellation of driving licenses
Rehabilitation programs and reducing demerit points
Module 4. Business & Fleet Operator Responsibilities
Appointing a Company Proxy and their responsibilities.
Nomination of the driver process (switching liability)
Adjusting HR policies and employment contracts to manage employee violations
Disciplinary measures, incapacity procedures, and payroll management of fines
Record-keeping and verifying driver demerit points
Module 5. Practical Application & Case Studies
Scenario-based activities regarding infringement notices
Practical training on using the AARTO website/portal for verification
Section B: Core Fleet Proxy Roles and Responsibilities
Module 6: Understanding AARTO
The purpose of the Act, the demerit point system, and its effect on juristic persons (companies) and operators
The Role of the Proxy: Duties of the proxy in appointing drivers and managing traffic infractions
Module 7: Nominating Drivers
Procedures for identifying the driver responsible for infringements with company vehicles
Legal Compliance: Ensuring PrDPs (Professional Driving Permits) and Operator Cards are valid
Representation on Fines: How to raise representations (dispute) traffic infringements correctly
Risk Mitigation: Reducing the risk of having licenses suspended or revoked and protecting operations and business continuity
Module 8: Summary of training report capturing of lessons learnt and drafting the action plan for the AARTO and Proxy representatives in the organisation, preparing for the July and September 2026 timelines for the AARTO and the final roll out implications for all fleet operations
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