Employers
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Managing distractions should be a priority for fleet managers
For fleet drivers, driving is likely to be the most dangerous activity they do on a daily basis. Even a momentary lapse in concentration can have devastating consequences. Distractions such as mobile phones are proven to severely impair driving ability, causing slower reaction times and difficulty controlling speed and lane position. Other distractions such as…
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Crash deaths caused by lorry driver as he read text. Is your mobile use policy in place and being actively managed across your drivers-at-work?
A man who killed a couple when his lorry toppled on to their car as he read a text message has recently been jailed for five years and three months.
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Have you driven at work today?
Every person who drives a business mile is subject to the HSE ‘Driving at Work’ document as below. Are you managing the issues? Can you answer the questions on page 11?
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Report for fleet managers on managing young driver risk
The survey report has been produced as part of Brake’s campaign to help organisations save lives, money and the environment by improving fleet safety. The first of four reports on a recent Brake survey of fleet managers, sponsored by Licence Bureau; part one focusses on how young at-work drivers are managed. The report provide insight…
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FTA Van Excellence Recognised Partner
Licence Bureau is delighted to reinforce its relationship with the Freight Transport Association (FTA) by becoming a Van Excellence Recognised Partner supporting the aims of the Van Excellence programme.
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Grey Fleet Checks – Are Your Staff Driving Illegally?
Malcolm Maycock of Licence Bureau will be giving a presentation entitled “Grey Fleet Checks – Are Your Staff Driving Illegally?” in the new Fleet21 Driver Safety Zone at the Safety & Health Expo at the NEC next week. Tuesday 14th May, 10.30 – 11.00am Malcolm will also be participating in a Panel discussion on general…
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Drink driving rules tightened to improve road safety
The most dangerous drink drivers will now have to pass a medical before they are allowed back on the roads under a change in the law announced today by Road Safety Minister Stephen Hammond. The changes, which come into force from 1 June 2013, mean that High Risk Offenders will need to pass a medical…
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You MUST NOT tow more than your licence permits. If you passed a car test after 1 Jan 1997 you are restricted on the weight of trailer you can tow.
Vehicle towing and loading : Rule 98 of the highway code.
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Partner with Brake to engage your drivers on road safety
FREE Webinar: 10am – 10:45am, Thursday 9 May To book your place, contact Brake today on corporatewebinar@brake.org.uk or 01484 559909. Read on for more information including speakers.
