driver-safety

Driver Safety

Driver safety is more than just wearing a seatbelt. Drivers not only need to understand safety precautions and how to operate the vehicle, but they also must know how to respond to adverse conditions. Take the steps necessary to prepare drivers and help to protect your organization with these tips.

Driver Safety Articles

Creating Effective Policies for Personal Use of Company Vehicles

Develop clear policies for personal use of company vehicles to reduce liability, control costs, and protect your business.

Thu Nov 14, 2024

Key Elements of a Commercial Fleet Safety Program

Reduce accidents and help protect drivers with a robust fleet safety program.

Tue Oct 22, 2024

Minimize Liability When Using Personal Vehicles

Avoid costly claims with clear policies for personal vehicle use on company time.

Fri Oct 04, 2024

Help Your School Bus Passengers Stay Safe

Help prevent distracted driving incidents and keep school bus passengers safe with proven safety measures.

Fri Oct 04, 2024

Help Protect Your Municipality With a Fleet Safety Program

Discover how a fleet safety program can protect your municipality and reduce costs.

Wed Mar 06, 2024

How to Drive Safely on Ice and Snow

Reduce winter hazards with safe driving practices for snow and ice.

Tue Dec 13, 2022

Help Prevent Fatalities from First Responder Motor Vehicle Accidents

Help save lives by implementing proven safety protocols for emergency drivers.

Fri Dec 09, 2022

Stay Safe on the Roads This Winter

During the winter months, your vehicle should be routinely inspected due to the dangerous driving conditions, and you should be sure to follow all state and local weather warnings when in effect.

Fri Jul 30, 2021

Help Prevent Vehicle Theft in Your Organization

Learn how you can reduce theft risks and improve fleet security.

Thu Jul 22, 2021

Help Improve Driver Safety Through a Vehicle Accident Review Program

Help protect employees and lower claims by implementing an accident review program.

Tue Jul 20, 2021

Why You Should Be Listening To Your Safety Manager

If your organizational safety manager is not actively involved, then you are missing out on a great opportunity to help protect your assets and control your insurance expenses.

Thu Mar 04, 2021

Understanding the Importance of a Motor Vehicle Record Policy

Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) are important because they provide a “snapshot” of a driver’s recent history and can help determine driving privileges within your organization.

Mon Dec 28, 2020

Selecting and Qualifying Professional Drivers

All companies are responsible for hiring competent and qualified employees. If a company has no formal hiring policy, the legal theory of negligent entrustment suggests that the company could be exposed to serious liability for acts of its employees.

Tue Dec 22, 2020

Negligent Entrustment: What It Is and Why You Should Be Concerned

Help prevent negligent entrustment claims with clear safety protocols.

Mon Dec 21, 2020

Understanding Federal Regulations: Is Your Vehicle Regulated and What Does That Mean?

Based on the characteristics of your organizational vehicles and their use, your organization may be subject to regulations at both the state and federal levels.

Wed Dec 16, 2020

Pre- and Post-Trip Vehicle Condition Report

Help prevent breakdowns and accidents with thorough pre- and post-trip inspections.

Tue Nov 10, 2020

Understanding the Risks of 15-Passenger Vans

Make roadways safer by practicing these measures while operating a 15-passenger van.

Fri Nov 06, 2020

Improving Driver Selection with Road Tests

Improve hiring decisions and protect your business with road test assessments.

Wed May 06, 2020

The Most Common Distractions Drivers Must Manage

Discover the top distractions drivers face and learn practical tips to reduce risks and drive safely.

Thu Jun 20, 2019

Top 15 Winter Safety Tips to Help Protect Your Business

Protect your employees, clients, volunteers and property this winter by taking precautionary measures to reduce the likelihood of damage caused by common winter hazards such as freezing pipes or icy parking lots.

Mon Dec 18, 2017

Tire Safety for Passenger Vehicles and Light Trucks

Protection against avoidable breakdowns and crashes, improved vehicle handling, better fuel economy, and increased tire life – these are just a few of the reasons to take five minutes every month to check a vehicle’s tires.

Thu Aug 24, 2017

 

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