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Tomorrow is the beginning of a new week and a perfect time to take stock of your fleet management processes and risk management systems.

The risks involved in driving for work must be identified, assessed, and safe working practices put in place to ensure those risks are minimised as far as possible.

How do you assess your practices and how independent are the checks? We offer a comprehensive work-related road risk assessment service, run by seasoned industry professionals.

We can help! Drop us a message or give us a call 01793 677907.

"Be the change" is the message from National Highways and Driving for Better Business in this informative video, and Mark Cartwright offers some great advice to everyone involved in, and able to influence work-related road risk.

🎥 Take a look: https://youtu.be/5BscBrkEolM

Be The Change https://www.drivingforbetterbusiness.com/driving-change/Driving Change... It's Personal.All of us have the power to affect change. Whether it's to lead, enfo...

This week, we've been at The Health & Safety Event, at the NEC in Birmingham. The event, which is dedicated to improving occupational health and safety standards is a great way for professionals to come together, share best practices and explore the latest innovations and trends in the sector.

This year, in partnership with the National Highways Driving for Better Business campaign, a Driver Safety Zone has been created, to share vital information and resources with safety professionals who have responsibility for work-related road risk.

It is great to see such leadership in the industry.

Fleet Assure was launched last year to help businesses manage Work-related Road Risk (WRR). We provide an independent assessment which establishes compliance for your own peace of mind as well as demonstrating to your clients that you are undertaking your legal duties regarding road transport.

If you'd like to find out more, get in touch!

Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 01793 677907

How do you check driver competence and ensure they carry out checks of the vehicle’s roadworthiness? What processes have you got in place to assess compliance to your road risk policies?

By undertaking a Fleet Assure work-related road risk assessment, you are demonstrating compliance to your suppliers and ensuring safe practices are being upheld.

Drop us a message and we will contact you with more details about our assessments

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In a survey of more than 2,000 drivers, by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart, 26% of respondents felt it was acceptable to drive when they may have drunk too much alcohol, and 24% would drive after using cannabis.

These are shocking statistics and action needs to be taken to educate drivers and robustly manage work-related road risk compliance.

What processes do you have in place to manage your work-related road risk?

Aligned to National Highways’ Driving for Better Business Programme, Fleet Assure provide an independent assessment which establishes compliance for your own peace of mind as well as demonstrating to your clients that you are undertaking your legal duties regarding road transport.

Find out more on our website: https://loom.ly/vqB2o7Y

🚗🚦Attention UK Employers! Managing work-related road risk is crucial to ensure the safety of your employees while driving for work. 🛣️👨‍💼👩‍💼

Did you know that road accidents are a leading cause of work-related deaths in the UK? As an employer, it is your responsibility to provide a safe working environment, which includes managing work-related road risk. 🚨

Road risk management doesn't have to be complicated, but it does require a thorough assessment of the risks associated with driving for work, identifying hazards, and implementing appropriate control measures. This could include driver training, vehicle maintenance, and journey planning. 📈

By prioritising work-related road risk management, you can reduce the likelihood of accidents, injuries, and fatalities while enhancing your corporate social responsibility. It also protects your business from the financial impact of road accidents through legal costs, insurance claims, and employee absence. 💼💰

Fleet Assure provide an independent assessment which establishes compliance for your own peace of mind as well as demonstrating to your clients that you are undertaking your legal duties regarding road transport. Now is the time to commit to reducing your business' work-related road risk, so get in touch and we can discuss the next steps. Call us on 01793 677907 or visit our website and fill out our enquiry form https://fleetassure.co.uk/contact-us/

As an employer, it's crucial to manage work-related road risk to ensure the safety of your employees while they're on the road. Not only is it your legal obligation to provide a safe working environment, but it also demonstrates your commitment to corporate social responsibility. By implementing effective road risk management strategies, you can reduce the likelihood of accidents, injuries, and fatalities while improving your employee's wellbeing.

Managing work-related road risk doesn't have to be complicated. It starts with assessing the risks associated with driving for work, identifying hazards, and implementing appropriate control measures. This could include driver training, vehicle maintenance, and journey planning.

Investing in work-related road risk management not only protects your employees but also your business. Road accidents can result in a significant financial impact through legal costs, insurance claims, and increased employee absence.

👩🏻‍💻 There are some great resources available on our website https://loom.ly/9MY8g4M. Take a look!

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🐣 Happy Easter from the Fleet Assure team!

Stay safe on the roads over the bank holiday weekend!

Have you considered how your work-related road risk affects your clients?

Responsible businesses care about the welfare of everyone carrying out work on their behalf, not just their direct employees. In addition to this, accidents involving your staff can affect your client’s official health and safety statistics, not to mention their reputation.

So, the benefits of assessing your work-related road risk extend beyond your own legislative compliance - it affects the whole supply chain!

Choose Fleet Assure to deliver professional and efficient work-related road risk assessment. We provide a quality service, great support and peace of mind.

👉 Find out more about the benefits of our independent work-related road risk assessments here: https://fleetassure.co.uk

This week, the Fleet200 survey has revealed that half of car fleets do not monitor driver behaviour, despite the availability of ever-developing fleet technology.

👉 https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/fleet200-news/2023/03/29/half-of-car-fleets-do-not-monitor-driver-behaviour-reveals-fleet200-survey

Health and safety at work legislation requires all employers to carry out an assessment of the risks posed to employees by their work activities, which includes the risks those activities may pose to others outside the business, so this is a concern.

The risks involved in driving for work must be identified, assessed, and safe working practices put in place to ensure those risks are minimised as far as possible. The Fleet Assure Work-related Road Risk (WRR) Assessment and Support System can help with the legislative requirements and best practice recommendations to achieve this.

👩🏻‍💻 Get in touch to find out more https://fleetassure.co.uk/contact-us/

Half of car fleets do not monitor driver behaviour, reveals Fleet200 survey Almost three quarters of fleet operators monitor the on-road behaviour of their van drivers (73%), yet just half (52%) take similar action for their car drivers.

💊 According to data from the Department for Transport, there has been an increase in drug-driving related casualties on the roads between 2012 and 2021.

Health and safety at work legislation requires all employers to carry out an assessment of the risks posed to employees by their work activities, as well as the risks those activities may pose to others outside the business.

Do you have appropriate policies and procedures in place to ensure drug-driving can be identified? When did you last assess your work-related road risk?

We can help! Give us a call to find out more 📞 01793 677907

A former police traffic inspector has said that fleet managers and their drivers have a key role to play in raising standards on UK roads. He believes that "the high-profile nature of branded fleets means the standards of the drivers must be higher as they set an example to other road users."

Fleet drivers who are behind the wheel of branded company vehicles are essentially ambassadors for the business and the brand. Their behaviour on the roads reflects directly on the perception of the company by other road users.

How are you assessing your drivers' behaviour?

We offer work-related road risk assessments that:

✅ Demonstrate to your clients that you are serious about road risk
✅ Independently check that you are meeting your obligations
✅ Cover your legal duties and do not add additional requirements
✅ Reduces the need for your clients to carry out their own supplier checks

👩🏻‍💻 Drop us a message to find out more - [email protected]

Fleets 'must set the driving standard for other road users' Fleet managers and their drivers have a key role to play in raising standards on UK roads, according to a former police traffic inspector.

Companies have a duty to manage their fleet risk. Fleet Assure can asses your systems are suitable and provide a certificate to share with your clients.

Let's talk fleet risk - Commercial driver behaviour and improving driver coping strategies: https://www.drivingforbetterbusiness.com/podcast/episode/commercial-drivers-driver-behaviour-and-improving-driver-coping-strategies/

There are countless lives lost each year to road accidents. The statistics are staggering, and the impact of these tragedies is felt far and wide.

Reducing road risk is not just a moral imperative - it makes good business sense too. By promoting safe driving practices, we can reduce the number of accidents, save lives, and improve the bottom line.

Imagine a world where every driver on the road is responsible, alert, and focused. Where we don't have to worry about the devastating impact of a single moment of distraction. We can work towards this if we commit to understanding and assessing our road risk.

But it's not just about preventing accidents - it's about creating a culture of safety. By prioritising road safety, we can build a community of drivers who are committed to protecting themselves and others on the road. We can create a sense of responsibility that extends beyond individual drivers and into the wider community.

Reducing road risk is not rocket science - it's about common sense and commitment. By investing in driver training, promoting safe driving practices, and encouraging responsible behaviour on the road, we can create safer roads for everyone.

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If your businesses wants to demonstrate leadership and commitment to reducing work related road risk, get in touch with us!

📞 Phone: 01793 677907
👩🏻‍💻 Email: [email protected]
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It is a legal requirement that employers and self-employed individuals take all reasonable steps to protect the health, safety and welfare of employees, while they are at work and ensure that others are not put at risk by the work activities of their employees. This includes employees who drive as part of their role.

The HSE lays out legal obligations relating to work related road safety and the details can be found here 👉 https://www.hse.gov.uk/roadsafety/law.htm

How are you managing your work-related road risk?

Do you understand your legal obligations?

If you have any questions, ask us! https://fleetassure.co.uk/contact-us/

This is the reason that companies should check the point of their drivers. Work-related road risk assessments from Fleet Assure.

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Vehicle seen driving inappropriately in business park near the in .

When stopped by , it was found the driver had an expired licence after a previous totting up offence.

& driver issued a £100 FPN

⚠️ Work-related road risk refers to the danger of someone who is driving for work purposes being involved in an incident and potentially injuring themselves or other road users and damaging vehicles and property. It is thought that a third of all road traffic accidents involve someone who is at work at the time and tragically, many of these result in serious injuries or fatalities.

🛞 The risks involved in driving for work must be identified, assessed, and safe working practices put in place to ensure those risks are minimised as far as possible. Businesses must be able to prove that all this had been done, that compliance is being monitored, and that further interventions are made where necessary.

👩🏻‍💻 The Fleet Assure Work-related Road Risk (WRR) Assessment and Support System can help with these requirements. Get in touch to find out more https://loom.ly/--seG0k

Are your drivers prepared. It should be part of your risk assessment for work related driving.

Snowy and icy conditions predicted across the network early next week

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice for the North East and parts of North Yorkshire on Monday (6 March).

This cold snap is predicted to continue in these areas the following day, with snow also expected to spread to areas of East Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire on Tuesday.

Drivers have been warned that the cold snap may bring some disruption and delays, with the possibility of some stranded vehicles and passengers. Snow and ice may also cause delayed or cancelled rail and air travel.

Advice for travelling
There are lots of travel tips, vehicle checks and useful motoring advice for negotiating severe weather on the National Highways website - https://nationalhighways.co.uk/road-safety/travelling-in-severe-weather/

Traffic officers and control room teams at National Highways closely monitor our roads to help keep people moving safely, including during extended periods of sub-zero temperatures.

Our roads are designed and built to standards that are considered best practice and adopted in other countries around the world. They are highly resilient to extremes of weather, freezing road conditions.

You can prepare yourself by ensuring you keep a kit of essential items like a torch and warm clothes in your vehicle. It’s also a good idea to check your vehicle tyres, coolant and oil levels before heading out.

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Show your clients that you are serious about road safety.

A Fleet Assure WRR Assessment certificate is a simple way of showing your clients you have suitable systems in place and are using them.