Accident management - Page 4

Assessing your fleet is the first step to a safe reversing policy, says Will Murray, of Interactive Driving Systems.

Dealing with fatalities is a ‘horrible experience’, says Geoff Wright. It’s vital for fleets to do everything possible to operate in a safe and legal way. Simon Harris reports

The eSafety Aware initiative allows fleet managers to experience the benefits of systems such as autonomous emergency braking. Christopher Smith reports

A new safety testing facility is part of the plan to avoid crashes in the first place, rather than simply reducing vehicle occupants’ injury risk, explains Simon Harris

It may sound like technology from a science fiction film (or a Jean Michel Jarre concert), but a focus on safety means these systems are in use in vehicles right now. Stephen Briers reports

Developments such as telematics and autonomous emergency braking can significantly improve the safety of all road users. Ben Rooth reports

The reporting of at-work road accidents and subsequent analysis is imperative to improving safety. Stephen Briers reports

This question becomes more complex to answer when foreign drivers are employed. Catherine Chetwynd reports.

A new centre is offering fleets the chance to experience adverse weather conditions on its driving simulators. Will they make a difference? Christopher Smith buckles up

Different conditions pose different risks for fleets. Sarah Tooze reports

Christopher Smith looks at the areas a comprehensive policy should cover.

Best practice on risk management, safety legislation and the future of fleet

Fleet operators weigh up the pros and cons at a recent Fleet News roundtable

Fleet200 members discussed accidents at the CCIA Round table on June 11 2014.

For many years, van safety technology trailed that found in cars. However, that is now changing

Fleet operators are turning to technology to improve the safety of their fleet and to lower costs.

Speeding is a major contributor to crashes, but many fleet managers remain unaware it goes on. We look at the technology that may stop drivers ever breaking another speed limit.

Technology is important, but the human element is key, fleet managers were told at the RAC-sponsored roundtable.

When a driver has an at-fault accident with a third party, it’s crucial to act fast to avoid drawn-out repairs, expensive hire cars and big solicitor’s bills.

When a driver has an at-fault accident with a third party, it’s crucial to act fast to avoid drawn-out repairs, expensive hire cars and big solicitor’s bills. Sarah Tooze finds out how to cut the costs of accident management.

Fleet performance matrix - how do you measure the performance of your fleet

The UK's riskiest roads catalogued.

This case study is produced by Fleet21, and shows a similar scenario to that posed in the mock trial presented at Fleet News Congress. It should give you an idea of the type of questions posed in the case of a serious road accident, and get you thinking about how your firm can address these issues before they arise.

Measurement is the first step toward improvement: Before you can help your company's problem drivers, you have to identify them.

So-called crash-for-cash scams are seen by criminals as a pathway to profit, but the fleet industry is learning to fight back.

Van operating costs are always at the forefront of operators’ thoughts yet so often we see a key component of cost management neglected.

The Government has announced it will introduce on-the-spot penalty notices to crack down on 'careless driving' offences. But will they work?

Mark Group is introducing a range of road safety measures. Jamie Bogg tells Fleet News why safety is his number one priority.

Industry experts reveal the most common cause of crashes and how managing driver behaviour could reduce the risk.

FTA survey highlights heavy price UK businesses pay for poor road surfaces.

Effective accident management procedures have never been more important.

Accident or avoidable risk? Are fleets doing all they can to keep their staff and other road users safe?

Drivers now face a minimum one-year driving ban, fines of up to £5,000 and a criminal record if convicted of driving under the influence of drugs.

hen you consider that the only parts of a vehicle which actually touch the road are four areas of tyre each about the size of your palm, it can be too easily taken for granted.

With more than 30 million vehicles clocking up 35 billion miles in the UK each year, collisions are an everyday factor. But should you recharge damage to your drivers?

One-day course is ideal for drivers with little or no 4x4 experience.

How can fleet managers ensure driver licence checking is performned legally and accurately? Four fleet experts have their say.

The IAM has issued advice on driving on snow and ice, with increasingly chilly conditions arriving across the UK, bringing with it the threat of snowfall.

CSR has become a common expression in the business world, but how can it be applied to the fleet?

Changing a fleet's safety culture has many benefits, fleet operators at a Fleet News roundtable discussed.