How safe are you on a hands-free call? Persuading professional drivers that hands-free phones are as dangerous as hand-held phone calls Using a handheld mobile phone while driving in the UK is illegal – even if you’re at red traffic lights or at a standstill. Most people know this – and are aware of
Updated 31st October 2024 This month’s legal update on vehicle roadworthiness, for those who manage drivers, comes to us from Mike Hayward of Woodfines Solicitors. Weather Conditions - your fleet, your legal responsibilities Your fleet drivers will assert they are the most competent of drivers and that the vehicle they are driving is well maintained
This week’s guest article comes to us from Stefan Szrama GCGI, Road Safety Professional and Health, Safety and Environment Lead. Enlisting into the British Army in 1988, Stefan completed 24 years’ service including time working as a Senior Specialist Vehicle Instructor at the Defence School of Transport (Europe’s largest driver training school). His final
The Autumn edition of National Highways seasonal T.R.I.P. campaign has just been launched with resources to share with drivers. The core message is to encourage all drivers to have a safe T.R.I.P. by following these four simple steps before embarking on any long journey: Top-up fuel/battery, oil and screen-wash Rest - plan your rest
This month's legal update on vehicle roadworthiness, for those who manage drivers, comes to us from Mike Hayward of Woodfines Solicitors. DOES YOUR DRIVING FOR WORK POLICY COVER VEHICLE ROADWORTHINESS? Fleet vehicle roadworthiness I'm constantly impressed by my neighbour who does a walk around check of his car before each and every journey.
An expert panel at the Health and Safety Event 2024 discussed managing driver behaviour – and it all starts with a robust driving for work policy. Driving for Better Business launched its Driving for Work Policy Builder, a comprehensive, interactive tool for creating and reviewing a robust policy for work-related driving in the session
Best Fleet Risk Manager 2025 The What Van Awards 2025 take place on the 4th December 2024 at Hilton, London Bankside. The National Highways Driving for Better Business Programme is sponsoring The Fleet Risk Manager Award. In this category, the judges will be looking for fleet operators that have improved vehicle and driver safety
Investigating minor incidents can prevent serious collision At the Health and Safety Event 2024, Driving for Better Business staged a mock trial which outlined the case against a van driver and his employer for causing serious injury by dangerous driving. It highlighted many of the organisational and driver errors which can contribute to collisions.
Does your Driving for Work Policy stand up to scrutiny? Having a comprehensive and up to date driving for work policy is the essential first step for any employer with staff who drive for work. It is effectively a legal requirement under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Once you have a
Licence checks - how often do you check your drivers? Managing road risk starts with checking your drivers are qualified for the vehicle they are using. Most recruitment processes involve all kinds of checks – does the person have the necessary skills, qualifications, references required for the role? Unless the candidate is a vocational
