Understand the research evidence for recruiting and selecting safe drivers. Discover the challenges associated with traditional driver selection methods. Learn how to use psychometric assessments to improve driver selection and recruitment.

A resource for older motorists, designed to help them stay safer on the roads for longer or manage the transition into retiring from driving.

A concise look at how employers can assess and train their employees who drive for work, in order to reduce occupational road risk.

A guide that gives advice to employers and line managers on how to encourage safer driving speeds at work.

This document explains RoSPA Scotland's research - investigating the use of telematics in the workplace to improve employee driving.

Eurovia has been piloting a new approach to young driver training aimed at young graduates and student placement drivers.

Our formula for cultivating a healthy culture where van drivers treat driving as a professional aspect of their job.

Drivetech has created a new online course available free to any business operator where ‘other than normal business drivers’ are being called into essential action.

A sneak preview of DriveTech's developing new range of "Driver's Mate" informational videos

A sneak preview of DriveTech's developing new range of "Driver's Mate" informational videos

Drivers often face work-related time constraints and can find themselves speeding or demonstrating risky behaviour, leading to minor violations. These are often seen as being ‘acceptable’ or necessary in their role.

A useful, visual guide to the key behavioural risk factors for fleet drivers based on 30 years of scientific research into fleet driver risk.

Driver information on staying safe around lorries

Driver information on staying safe around lorries

Driver information on staying safe around lorries

Driver information on staying safe around lorries

The tendency for many companies is to present employees with a car policy and choice list and away they go, without assessing how much they know about driving. Most do the bare minimum in terms of education.

Commercially operated vehicles – Framework for mitigating security risks from malicious use - specification

This guide has been produced for the benefit of the freight transport industry and construction plant hire sector and it is Network Rail’s intention to permit free copy and distribution.

This guide has been produced for the benefit of the passenger transport industry and it is Network Rail’s intention to permit free copy and distribution.

These guidelines have been produced for the benefit of the passenger transport industry and it is Network Rail’s intention to permit free copy and distribution.

This guide has been produced for the benefit of the freight transport industry and construction plant hire sector and it is Network Rail’s intention to permit free copy and distribution.

Unbranded presentation resources for use during Driver CPC courses for bus and coach drivers.

NH monitors driver behaviour through in-vehicle telemetry, and Martin is currently determining new parameters for recording exception events. However, since the introduction of the first hybrid vehicles in 2019, he has observed a pattern of improvement which he believes is inspired by the new...

The growing number of vans on the nation’s roads means a growing number of new van drivers. What are the challenges they face, and what can employers do to ensure that van drivers – many of whom are young or inexperienced – remain safe on the roads? This session was recorded at The Health &...

Vehicle Checks. Safer Vehicles

Vehicle Checks. Safer Vehicles

Hazard perception testing has been part of the driver licensing procedure for 20 years, with considerable reductions in collisions attributed to its introduction. Despite this, hazard perception has yet to become a significant part of fleet drivers’ continuous professional development. This talk...

Drivers that don’t exhibit the correct behaviours can present a big risk, both in safety, reputation and financial terms but good drivers can be very effective brand ambassadors. It is imperative that you have a strong safety culture and that this is promoted throughout the whole company. This...

In December 2020 Mick met with his insurance company, AXA Connect, to go over the company incident figures. He assured them that he could reduce the company’s work-related road risk but required their help and they responded by providing 50% of the funding for driver training. TES brought in a...

This session was recorded at The Health & Safety Event 2021 and features Dr Julie Gandolfi - DriverMetrics

Most HGVs must be driven by someone with a corresponding C or C+E licence. However, road marking trucks can be driven on a car licence. This is not an exemption WJ Group takes advantage of. It trains all of its drivers to HGV standards, and pays for their licence acquisition as part of their road...

Your monthly Driving for Better Business Fleet Safety Focus Update in collaboration with the National Highways Commercial Vehicle Incident Prevention Team.

Driver fatigue may be a contributory factor in up to 20% of road incidents, and up to one quarter of fatal and serious incidents. It’s a huge risk for fleets, drivers and for the general public – and commercial vehicle drivers are vulnerable to fatigue due to demanding workloads and high...

Distraction is a leading a cause of collision. Whether manual, visual or cognitive, a distracted driver is not in full control of their vehicle, nor able to process and adapt to the changing environment around them. Fleets should educate drivers about the huge risks associated with distraction,...

Working with the National Highways Commercial Vehicle Incident Prevention Team, we have produced a van driver handbook to assist van drivers and fleet operators in dispelling uncertainty and myth. You can also share the online Van Driver Toolkit with your drivers, or you may prefer to share...

Insecure loads are illegal, and highly dangerous. 62,000 items fell off vehicles onto the strategic road network in 2022. This is a key cause of injury, serious collisions and network delays. Drivers must be trained in how to secure their loads, and in the correct use of appropriate restraint...

Anyone driving for work, and the company which employs them, has a responsibility to ensure that their vehicle moves safely around other road users, and in particular vulnerable road users. Recent changes to the Highway Code created a hierarchy of road users which means those who can do most...

The results determined what training or follow-up support the drivers received. “It’s important not to have a blanket response,” says Reka. “We offered a range of learning options, from e-courses to a half day on-road training for high-risk drivers.” The initiative began in 2021, with...

The Trust has invested in specific driver training for new starters and those in need of improvement. No one with less than two years driving’ experience can drive a Trust vehicle, but Steve says that issues with drivers tend to be attitudinal rather than skill-based. The training emphasises...

Trust vehicles carry aggregates, tools and equipment and so loading requirements can vary. The organisation has two sets of mobile scales and visits two depots, unannounced every month to check the weights of vehicles. This is both educational for the drivers and gives an immediate insight into...

Northern Powergrid has a strict policy covering driving for business. Its driving for work policy was updated in 2023, covering all aspects of how drivers are expected to perform on the road, and in specific situations, such as breakdown or emergency. All drivers have access to the policy and must...

Vehicle Roadworthiness – does everyone understand their responsibilities? The legislation on vehicle roadworthiness is very clear – your vehicle must be safe and roadworthy at all times. It’s also important to know that the law applies to both the driver and the operator – they...

Weather Conditions – does everyone understand their responsibilities? Driving is, for most people, the most dangerous activity they do. Changes in weather conditions could easily make driving more dangerous, whether these are seasonal changes or weather events. Be sure your drivers are...