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Reduce Your Risk Kit
Risky driving and fatal crashes surged in 2020. As a result, your drivers are dealing with even more difficult roadways and must stay vigilant with their own safety. But you know that safer driving doesn’t just happen. It takes strategic planning, training, coaching, and proven technology to successfully reduce risk in, and around, your vehicles. We are here to help. We have compiled our most effective resources to help kickstart – or revitalize – your safety action plan.
May 1, 20213 Keys to Improving Drivers' Safety Practices
As we enter Distracted Driving Awareness Month this April, it’s become clear distracted-driving solutions that don’t provide preventative approaches won’t actually change unsafe behavior. Fleet managers can follow these key tips to improve safe driving practices, retain employees, and prevent costly accidents.
April 1, 2021Planned maintenance yields efficient, productive and safe operations
Neglecting basic maintenance for fleet trucks to decrease downtime has seriously negative consequences, especially when braking systems are the components being neglected. It’s time to address maintenance proactively to maximize productivity and increase safety. Outsourcing is an effective way to maximize the fleet’s maintenance operation and provide the same superior quality expected from an internal operation. It requires choosing the right partner who can help you plan and budget accordingly and be able to provide clear visibility or repair status and completion. Download, “Well-Maintained Brakes & Safety – A Winning Combination” to learn more.
April 1, 2021Get Drivers On Board to Prevent Distracted Driving by Addressing Technology Addiction—With an App
Distracted driving is a leading cause of accidents and loss of revenue. Managers can work with drivers to adopt safer driving behaviors with the help of an app that addresses our addiction to technology and prevents distracted driving.
November 6, 2020Building a Safety Culture
Every fleet should be striving for a “safety-first” mindset. Did you know there are some basic steps to get started? This guide covers several high-level topics and best practices to focus on when ensuring your fleet is a safe fleet.
October 5, 2020Keeping Cash Flowing During Uncertain Times
In the wake of the global pandemic, technology is being used to keep drivers safe, facilitate remote work, and drive efficiency gains so that companies are in a good position to survive the coming recession and thrive in the recovery to follow.
May 5, 2020Brace Yourself: The Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Brings New Challenges to Recruiting Drivers
A fundamental shift in how carriers recruit and qualify drivers will occur on January 6, 2020. Safety will improve as drug and/or alcohol violations will be easier to identify, and as drivers who are ineligible to operate commercial motor vehicles are promptly removed from their driving responsibilities as a result. However, this improvement will come with a cost as carriers adapt to new rules.
August 1, 2019Worklete Continues Expansion Into Trucking Industry Safety Training
A worker demonstrates a Worklete procedure in an introduction video. ( Laina Reginelli via YouTube)
A software company that specializes in training people to adopt safer work habits is expanding its executive ranks as it targets reducing on-the-job mishaps that can cause serious injuries and potentially increase motor carriers’ insurance rates.
June 26, 20193 Levels of Fleet Maintenance Vendor Consolidation
As the leading nationwide provider of fleet maintenance programs, Amerit has extensive expertise in overcoming the challenges and pitfalls of vendor consolidation. Amerit’s experts have broken down the process into three levels, providing thoughts on the benefits, how to’s and challenges.
June 4, 2019Transportation Safety & Compliance Management
Your Safety department has a significant influence on your profitability. Carriers have made considerable investments in safety and compliance systems, the data from which is used to manage and respond to adverse behavior. Learn how to use the data from your current safety investments to prevent loss and improve profitability.
April 25, 2019