Advanced Driver Training Services will begin offering Special Topic Presentations as training to help fleet drivers identify and eliminate unsafe habits and collisions.
Commercial fleet drivers log a lot of miles, which puts them at higher risk for accidents. The annual accident rate for commercial fleets is around 20% with some industries even higher.
Effectively selecting, training, and supervising drivers will help any fleet reduce its number of collisions.
The two key pillars to fleet safety are spec’ing the asset to ensure a vehicle is safe and managing driver behavior. Both are effective safety strategies, but there are limitations and constraints to an asset-focused fleet safety program.
Known as ‘the new drunk driving,’ distracted driving claims thousands of lives each year. Here’s how work truck fleets deal with distracted driving temptations.
Overall, accident rates are continuing a steady rise, with many leaning toward technology in the hope of reducing rates.
When the truck stops, safety doesn’t. Consider floor weight reinforcement, slip prevention, cargo management, and ramp safety strategies to avoid injuries and workers’ comp claims.
Driving Dynamics Inc. has introduced DriveWiseAdvantage to the U.S. market, as its latest behind-the-wheel training course for drivers who operate light- and medium-duty vehicles.
In this newly created role, Jim Naatz will oversee the development and implementation of the company’s sales strategy, with responsibility for growing revenue within existing and new markets, developing business plans and financial forecasts, setting sales goals, and developing the company’s sales force.
Driving Dynamics, Inc. has introduced the DriverAdvantage brand for behind-the-wheel training services it offers to fleets with light- and medium-duty vehicles, the Newark, Del.-based company announced.