Fleet
Health and Safety Road Risk Requirements
The law requires an employer to ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, the health and safety of employees whilst at work and this includes driving at work. There are many complex regulations and guidelines related to this subject so we have put together some information and links to help you through the complexities.
What are your Legal Requirements?
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 - requires you to ensure as far as is reasonably practicable, the health and safety of employees whilst at work. Employees driving on company business are considered to be undertaking a work related activity, and the vehicle they are driving is regarded as a place of work. You also have a legal responsibility to ensure that others are not put at risk by your organisation's work related activities.
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 - require you to carry out an assessment of the risks to the health and safety of your employees whilst at work, and to others who may be affected by their work related activities. You are required to review this risk assessment periodically.
The Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007
Changes to the corporate manslaughter laws on April 6th 2008 now mean that companies whose staff are involved in serious accidents could be liable for gross negligence. For the first time, companies and organisations can be found guilty of corporate manslaughter as a result of serious management failures resulting in a gross breach of a duty of care.
What If The Worst Happened?
Since 2004 police road accident investigators are specifically instructed to consider corporate liability when investigating road accidents. This is in response to the government's tough new targets on reducing road traffic accidents.
How Can our Advanced Driver Training help with Compliance?
We can help your company implement a programme of driver risk assessment and appropriate driver training to ensure that your company is complying with the law.
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ECO Driving
This fuel saving training programme is available for car drivers. The course instructs drivers in advanced Eco-Driving techniques designed to reduce their impact on the environment and save you money on fleet running costs.
What is Eco-Driving?
Eco-Driving is a way of driving that reduces fuel consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and accident rates. Eco-Driving is about driving in a way suited to modern engine technology: with driving techniques that lead to a saving in fuel and maintenance costs.
What are the Benefits of an Eco-Driving Course?
The fuel efficiency driving techniques taught can lower your fleet fuel consumption by up to 20% thus reducing your Co2 and carbon emissions whilst saving on your fleet running costs. Drivers will also learn to drive in a way that reduces wear and tear on vehicles, reducing the need to replace costly vehicle tyres and components. Eco-driving also reduces noise pollution, as vehicles properly maintained and driven in an eco-friendly way will also emit less noise.
The cost of the training could be recouped within just one year depending on how many miles your fleet covers. To find out more about how Advanced Driver Training can pay for itself please contact us.
Research indicates that drivers trained in Eco-Driving Techniques can reduce fuel consumption by up to 20%
What does the Eco-Driving Course Provide?
Advice and information on choosing eco-friendly vehicles
Advice and information on vehicle maintenance
Instruction on Eco-Driving from a highly qualified fleet registered ADI
A Driver Report Form which records the drivers progress in Eco-Driving techniques
A copy of the Driver Report Form for company records
A certificate in Eco-Driving
Skills Covered
Vehicle Preparation and Maintenance
Speed Awareness
Effective use of Positioning
Steering
Appropriate Gear Selection
Braking Techniques
Observation
Accurate Bend Assessment
Cornering Techniques
Awareness of Hazards and Risks
Safe and Calculated Overtaking
Third Party Perception Awareness
Defensive Vehicle Positioning
Booking
Our standard Eco-Driving Courses run for a Full Day Session (approx 6 hours) or a Half Day Session (approx 3 hours), on a one to one ratio with the instructor. We offer the same Eco-Driving sessions for 2 drivers sharing one instructor and can offer alternative sessions for larger groups of drivers with the option of a presentation on Eco-Driving.
To book an Eco-Driving course simply contact our office with the contact details and locations of the drivers who require training. Our friendly staff will then make all the arrangements for the Driving Instruction to take place. Courses can normally be arranged within a couple of weeks.
Requirements
A suitable, roadworthy and fully insured vehicle must be supplied. Drivers must hold a valid current driving licence for the vehicle they are driving.
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