If you have employees who drive motor vehicles for work purposes, it’s
important to take a close look at whether you’re doing all you can to ensure
employees drive safely and avoid accidents—and your best bet is to implement a
comprehensive driver safety program.
According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA),
an effective program includes these 10 elements:
- Senior management commitment and employee involvement
- Written policies and procedures (such as seat belt and alcohol/drug use
policies) - Driver agreements
- Motor vehicle record checks
- Crash Reporting and Investigation
- Vehicle selection, maintenance, and inspection
- Disciplinary action system
- Reward and incentive program
- Driver training and communication
- Regulatory compliance
For details on setting up a program, you can download a practical guide from
OSHA, “Guidelines for
Employers to Reduce Motor Vehicle Crashes.”
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