Why driver training at work?

All employers now have a clear duty of care to their employees whether this is in an office environment, other work site, or indeed on the road.

Recent corporate manslaughter legislation (Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007) also makes the safety of employees an imperative for any business.

Over one third of road accidents in this country are attributable to ‘driving for work’ incidents, so there is a clear issue where business owners may be exposed to high risks and some serious consequences if they do not take the necessary preventative steps.

Corporate Social Responsibility (or CSR) is also increasingly high on the boardroom agenda. Firms are keen to achieve high levels of respectability and credibility in the eyes of the community within which they operate and interact. Having safer drivers is the ideal and can be an increasingly important business advantage.

Environmental impacts combined with rising fuel costs also means most businesses are looking to improve the economy of their fleets. Professional driver training will not only improve driver safety, but can also help reduce wear and tear on vehicles, and improve fuel economy.