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Approval and Compliance Program

A practical scenario: a freight forwarder must prove drivers, warehouse space, and hazmat procedures meet regulatory requirements.

Last updated: 12 June 2026Published: 27 January 2026

Source: https://www.iso.org/iso-37301-compliance-management-system.html

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A practical scenario: a freight forwarder must prove drivers, warehouse space, and hazmat procedures meet regulatory requirements. An approval and compliance program is the structured response—it documents responsibilities, control intervals, training content (e.g., ADR courses), inspection mechanisms (regular audits, documentation checks), and escalation protocols for deviations. Core elements include risk assessment of authorizations held, standardized processes per authority type (customs, transport, environment), training and audit cadences, and corrective action workflows. The program typically sits with Compliance or Legal teams and forms the foundation for regulatory inspections.

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