QuestionsQuestions (LTFRB Memorandum Circular No. 2015-013)
LTFRB anchored the circular on Section 5, paragraph (k) of Executive Order No. 202, which empowers the Board to formulate, promulgate, administer, implement and enforce rules on land transportation public utilities, including requiring operators to equip/install/provide devices and rules to promote safety, protection, comfort, and convenience.
It provides guidelines for the accreditation of GPS device providers used in fleet management systems for land transportation public utilities.
At least 5 meters accuracy.
At least plus or minus 1 km/hr.
GPRS using TCP/UDP, and the device also supports remote configuration via SMS (and GSM/GPRS).
The firmware must send data to the server at least every 30 seconds on a pre-defined interval using the correct data format.
Headers must be placed before each value: ID#, TM#, DT#, LT#, LN#, AT#, SP#, CO#.
A back-up battery is required, and internal memory must be at least 8MB.
If received data is erratic, the device must send the last good known coordinates.
In the absence of GSM signal, all data must be stored and sent once GSM signal is detected again.
They must report within 24 hours if an installed GPS device has been disconnected by them for whatever reason.
They must submit to the Board a quarterly report of all available stocks of GPS devices.
Valid for one (1) year from issuance; renewal must be filed within three (3) months before expiration.
No. The certificate is non-transferable.
A non-refundable accreditation fee of Php10,000.00, paid before filing the application for the Certificate of Accreditation.
Proof such as: (1) business permit for the last 2 years, (2) BIR registration certificate for the last 2 years, and (3) list of all clients in the transportation industry for the last 2 years (with contact person, address, and telephone/mobile number).
Provide number of GPS installers/technicians; submit NBI clearance of installers/technicians; provide 24/7 nationwide technical support; and include proposed procedure for repair/replacement of defective GPS devices.
An Accreditation Committee evaluates applications and recommends approval or disapproval to the Board. The Legal Officer is one of the committee members.
The applicant is disqualified outright without any need for further evaluation.