To effectively monitor the whereabouts of toxic and hazardous chemicals, the installation of GPS on vehicles carrying such substances has been divided into three phases for management. The first phase, applying to tank trucks, came into effect on August 1, 97. Since the implementation of this new measure, it has gained industry recognition and demonstrated excellent regulatory effectiveness. Subsequently, the second phase (non-tank trucks transporting gaseous and liquid toxic chemicals) and the third phase (non-tank trucks transporting solid toxic chemicals) were implemented on January 1, 99, and January 1, 101, respectively.
Currently, there are approximately 1,800 vehicles equipped with GPS nationwide, managed by around 200 transportation companies. These companies report over 120,000 trips annually, with a transportation volume exceeding 3 million metric tons. The department comprehensively monitors the location of transport vehicles and the characteristics of transported substances, controlling the dynamic risks in the surrounding environment to safeguard the safety of transporting toxic and hazardous chemicals in the country.
In conjunction with the management of transport form declarations, vehicles specified in transport forms must be equipped with real-time tracking systems according to transport management regulations. The system operates synchronously, cross-verifying whether the declared transport vehicle has an installed real-time tracking system. Additionally, mechanisms for proactive GPS monitoring, anomaly management, and notification have been established. These measures not only enhance operators' focus on fleet and transportation safety management but also add value to the tracking of transportation trajectories. The GPS data also provides automated monitoring and management functions for government agencies. For example, it integrates with the Kaohsiung City Traffic Bureau's traffic management center, prompting the center's operation system to alert when vehicles enter controlled areas. This enhances substantial management efficiency, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of domestic transport routes and overall safety.