IIT Guwahati Along With MoRT&H and IRC Initiated 15-Day Road Safety Auditors Certification Course

IIT Guwahati, MoRT&H and Indian Roads Congress (IRC) together has initiated a 15-day Road Safety Auditors Certification course. This aims to equip professionals with the necessary skills to contribute effectively to road safety and accident prevention. Get details here 

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati in collaboration with the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRT&H) and the Indian Roads Congress (IRC) has launched a 15-day certification course for Road Safety Auditors for development of road infrastructure in the North Eastern States. The objective is to provide professionals with essential skills to actively contribute to road safety and the prevention of accidents. This course is being held from January 17 to 31, 2024 at IIT Guwahati. 

Recognizing the pivotal role of proper training for highway professionals in the area of Road Safety Audit (RSA), IIT Guwahati took a significant step by signing a MoU with the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRT&H) and the Indian Roads Congress (IRC) on January 13, 2020. This collaboration aims to contribute to the effort of minimizing road accident deaths by providing training on "Road Safety and Safety Audit." In line with this MoU, this 15-Days Road Safety Auditors Certification Course is being conducted by the Institute.

This program is attended by 25+ delegates including the engineers from the Public Works Department (Roads) across various districts of Assam and other consultants from different states. It is expected that representatives from other private and government organizations, including the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), and the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) should come forward to train their official by attending such crucial road safety courses in future.

This course will present a valuable opportunity for engineers, practitioners, academicians, consultants, researchers, and other stakeholders to enhance their knowledge, skills, and certification in the domain of Road Safety Engineering and Auditing. IIT Guwahati believes that through such initiatives, we can collectively work towards achieving the shared goal of creating safer road infrastructure and reducing accidents.

Speaking on the course structure, Course Coordinator, Dr. Nipjyoti Bhardwaj, Department of Civil Engineering, IIT Guwahati, “The program covers a wide range of topics essential for mastering road safety audits. It includes real-world case studies, guidance on the latest tools and techniques, and interactive sessions designed to simulate the complexities of road safety and accident prevention. This practical approach complements theoretical knowledge, ensuring participants are well-prepared for road safety challenges."

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