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NAFA Releases New Guidebook in its Automotive Fleet Guidebook Series
NAFA released a new guidebook to bring tangible solutions to fleet professionals everywhere.

NAFA is offering fleet managers real solutions to real fleet challenges.
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NAFA has launched a new Fleet Safety Guidebook. This publication aims to provide practical and comprehensive industry best practices, technological integration, cultural transformation, and real-world experiences from fleet industry leaders.
This guidebook offers fleet professionals guidance and strategies to address challenges and provides tools to learn how to leverage tools like ride-along programs and driver advisory boards.
“The Fleet Safety Guidebook provides fleet managers with the tools and knowledge they need to establish practices and programs to keep everyone safe,” said Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA. “Whether you're managing a small service fleet or a national logistics operation, this guidebook is designed to help organizations cultivate safety-first environments.”
The Fleet Safety Guidebook marks the tenth installment in NAFA’s Automotive Fleet Guidebook Series.
This was made possible through the contributions of subject matter experts and dedicated professionals, including:
Corey Woinarowicz, Woinarowicz Group, LLC
Lisa Battaglia, Battaglia Communications
SuYvonne Bell, Gilead Sciences Inc.
Karl Gartly, Canadian Pro Drivers
Erin Gilchrist, Fleet Management Expert and Evangelist
Joleen Haase, Wheels Inc.
David Hayward, CAFM, ABM Industries
Sue Miller, Award-Winning Fleet Industry Professional
Meghan Murray, Teva Pharmaceuticals
Kassie Nelson
Bradley Northup, CAFM, City of Carlsbad, Calif.
Judie Nuskey, Advanced Driver Training Services
Mark Peterson, Retired
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