Safety Initiatives
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Safety Initiatives
Since its founding, GMCB Group has maintained a record of zero fatal accidents.
This achievement reflects our ongoing commitment to safety management and serves as an important foundation of the trust our customers place in us.
However, past achievements do not guarantee future safety. As a transportation service provider entrusted with precious lives, we must never become complacent. We remain committed to anticipating, identifying, and preventing potential risks.
Through regular safety management meetings and continuous improvement activities, we strive to enhance safety awareness throughout the group.
GMCB Group will continue to work together to ensure that the safety and peace of mind of our passengers remain our highest priorities, providing safe, reliable, and comfortable transportation services.
GMCB Group Safety Policy
GMCB Group recognizes that ensuring transportation safety is a fundamental responsibility of every transportation operator. We are committed to maintaining and continuously improving our safety management system and ensuring that all employees recognize transportation safety as their highest priority.
- Safety is our highest priority in transportation operations.
- Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Thorough safety checks and effective communication.
- Cooperation across all roles and departments to ensure safety.
- Continuous review and improvement through the PDCA cycle.
Certification under the Chartered Bus Operator Safety Assessment System
All three bus operating companies within GMCB Group have received a three-star rating under the Chartered Bus Operator Safety Assessment System administered by the Japan Bus Association.
This certification recognizes operators that demonstrate a strong commitment to transportation safety, regulatory compliance, and effective safety management.
Certified Group Companies
Chukibus Inc.
Three Stars (Valid until March 31, 2028)
GMCB Co., Ltd.
Three Stars (Valid until March 31, 2027)
GMC Transport Co., Ltd.
Three Stars (Valid until March 31, 2027)
Chartered Bus Operator Safety Assessment System
This is a system established by the Japan Bus Association to evaluate and certify companies that consistently make unwavering efforts in ensuring safety.
Safety Management System
We enforce a strict awareness of legal compliance among each driver.
We promote effective communication among management, operation supervisors, and drivers to ensure the thorough sharing of information related to transportation safety.
We are committed to eradicating drunk driving by instilling a strong resolve of "never allowing drunk driving, regardless of whether on or off duty" and emphasizing the importance of this commitment.
(Drivers are required to submit a pledge regarding abstaining from alcohol consumption within 8 hours before duty and while staying overnight.)
Enforcement of safety call-outs
We are striving to complete safe transportation by calling out safety checks on every occasion, such as when doors are opened and closed, when starting off, when turning left or right at intersections, when changing lanes, etc., and when checking the interior of the car at each terminal.
Accident Prevention Measures
We have equipped all our vehicles with digital tachographs to enhance accident prevention and improve driving safety.
The recorded driving data is utilized in driver training to review driving behavior, identify potential risks, and raise safety awareness among drivers.
Driver Training
We regularly conduct driver training to enhance driving skills and promote safety awareness.
During training sessions, drivers share their own near-miss experiences and discuss potential risks and preventive measures. Through these activities, we encourage the exchange of safety-related information and continuously work to prevent accidents.
Accident Prevention Consulting by NASVA
To improve the level of operational management and strengthen accident prevention measures, we receive accident prevention support and consulting from NASVA (National Agency for Automotive Safety & Victims' Aid).
NASVA provides analysis of accident occurrence, proposes accident prevention measures based on the analysis, and verifies the effectiveness of consulting, offering specialized advice to enhance accident prevention efforts.
Commendation for Excellent Performance and Accident-Free Teams
Drivers are divided into teams, and an accident-free race is held. During the year, commendations are given to teams that have achieved excellent performance and remained accident-free. By ranking the teams and making safety driving a collective responsibility, awareness of safe driving is enhanced.
Received the Kinki District Transport Bureau Director-General's Award for 30 Years of Accident-Free Operations (2024)
On April 12, 2024, Chukibus Inc. received a commendation from the Kinki District Transport Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) in recognition of 30 consecutive years of accident-free operations spanning 11 consecutive award periods.
Among the 22 bus operators recognized in the Kinki region, Chukibus Inc. achieved the longest accident-free record.
We remain committed to ensuring transportation safety through regular in-house driver training and the introduction of modern vehicles equipped with advanced safety features.
Received Commendation for Accident-Free Driving Award from Kinki District Transport Bureau in 2021
Chukibus Inc. was honored with the Director's Commendation from from the head of the Kinki District Transport Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism on October 13, 2021, for maintaining an accident-free record spanning 27 years and 6 months.
Received Commendation for Accident-Free Driving Award from Kinki District Transport Bureau in 2016.
Chukibus Inc. received the Kinki District Transport Bureau's Accident-Free Driving Award in 2016 for achieving 22 years and 6 months without any driving responsibility accidents, while Chuki Kanan Taxi Inc. received the same award for maintaining a similar record over 6 years and 6 months.
Among the 22 companies in the Kinki region that received awards, only Chukibus Inc. was accident-free for 22 years.
Transportation Safety Management
Chukibus Inc.
Chukibus Inc. operates local and charter bus services with a strong commitment to safety, security, and passenger comfort. The company continuously works to improve transportation safety through regulatory compliance, driver training, and the effective use of drive recorders and digital tachographs.
GMCB Co., Ltd.
GMCB Co., Ltd. provides charter bus services for sightseeing, transfers, events, and a wide range of transportation needs. Through continuous improvements to its safety management system, the company strives to provide safe, reliable, and comfortable transportation services.
GMC Transport Co., Ltd.
GMC Transport Co., Ltd. provides a wide range of transportation services, including taxis, charter buses, airport transfers, and transportation for small groups. The company is committed to ensuring safe and reliable transportation through its comprehensive safety management practices.
Safety Management Documents
For detailed information on each company's transportation safety management initiatives, organizational structure, reporting system, and safety management regulations, please refer to our Japanese website.
