Driver management - Page 3

With the number of cyclists on UK roads increasing, public sector fleets are turning to driver training and technology to reduce accidents involving their vehicles and vulnerable road users.

A strong emphasis on staff training has seen young driver accident rate cut from 45% to 4%

The deficiency is making life just as hard for driver supply agencies as it is for everyone else, says Drivers Direct logistics director Michael Watson

Suppliers discuss the importance of driver education, communication and a lack of resourcing for fleet management, alongside duty of care, outsourcing and compliance

Seeking and using driver opinions when determining a fleet policy or vehicle specification can have far-reaching effects.

From vehicle handovers to social media, we look at the different methods fleets use to get their message across to drivers.

Even the best initiatives stand a chance of failing if they are not communicated correctly to drivers.

Although leasing is still the dominant method of commercial van and truck acquisition, its lack of flexibility and early-exit penalties are driving many businesses to explore long-term rental

Take away the pain from removing ‘free’ fuel

What it is, how to top up, and how often you'll need to.

Although legal, hands-free phones carry the same driving risks as handheld counterparts, leading some fleets to ban their use entirely. Andrew Ryan reports

Approaching commuter safety with the same duty of care as for working hours drivers has benefits for both employers and employees. Andrew Ryan reports

Recording all incidents - whether a collision took place or not - provides a strong base for a comprehensive risk management programme, finds Andrew Ryan

Business Driver is using benchmarking, training and standardisation to improve fleet operators’ safety and reduce costs. Christopher Smith reports

At-work drivers are estimated to be involved in more than 400 road deaths a year, with health issues a contributory factor in many collisions. Andrew Ryan reports

Eamonn Brennan, based in the FTA's member advice centre, outlines factors that should be taken into account and how to avoid falling asleep behind the wheel.

What can employers do to keep the wheels of their business turning and the UK economy on the road?

Public sector fleet managers share their experiences of dealing with safety

Online assessments are a useful tool to help companies keep drivers safe from harm, says Will Murray of Interactive Driving Systems.

After reducing its collision rate by 14% and saving more than £1 million by taking a ‘stick’ approach with its drivers, G4S Cash Solutions decided it was time to offer the ‘carrot’ by holding a driving competition. Sarah Tooze reports.

Initiatives such as permits to drive improve both safety and a firm’s bottom-line

Many courses aim to teach drivers to drive more economically. Christopher Smith gives a round-up

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

Fleets paying for damage without seeing evidence that repairs are carried out, or their real cost, has raised concerns over pro-forma invoicing, reports Catherine Chetwynd

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

Handling difficult drivers can be a major headache for HR, particularly if driving isn’t the employee’s core task. Louise Cole examines the various options for improving performance.

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.

The right incentives scheme can unlock cultural change but may have unintended consequences.

Companies that wish to prevent their van drivers from excessive speeding often turn to speed limiters.

Helen Bolton, facilities manager at Ceuta Healthcare, tells attendees at an Arval event how Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has helped her to communicate fleet policies to employees.

Far from being an expensive way to procure fleet vehicles, if used correctly rental can save your business money. Andrew Brady reports.

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

Having rules and policies for your fleet is standard practice, but ensuring drivers follow them to the letter can involve tact and skill.

Mercedes-Benz raises the van safety stakes with new technologies which will appear on Sprinter later this year.

Violation warnings in the cab help fleets cut both fuel costs and accidents.

Roundtable participants share ideas on managing owner-drivers.

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

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.

Company-wide driver safety initiatives put company on the road to 'zero harm'.

The research director of Interactive Driving Systems is a Roy of the Rovers and James Bond fan who prefers his bike to a car.