INTRODUCTION

It is true to say that the automobile has a major influence on society. Annually, half of all new vehicle registrations are for fleets and the company vehicle is an established feature of our corporate operations and culture.

It must not be forgotten that with all opportunities comes the responsibility to ensure that adverse impacts are reduced, especially those relating to organisational efficiency and issues of health and safety.

The implementation of a method that defines the vehicle service requirements and then chooses a vehicle best equipped to meet those needs can deliver substantial financial returns to the organisation.

Collecting and analysing data and making the right choice of vehicle will positively affect the organisation’s bottom line. It is not a difficult process; in fact it is quite straightforward. The organisation needs to address a number of criteria to determine if its transport tasks and operations are suitably managed.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Are you satisfied that safety equipment is properly fitted and maintained?

• Is safety equipment appropriate and in good working order?

• Are seatbelts and head restraints fitted correctly and do they function properly?

• SAFETY CRITICAL INFORMATION

  MANUAL FOR FLEET MANAGEMENT

  SAFETY CRITICAL INFORMATION

  Are you satisfied that drivers have access to information that will help them reduce risks?

  • Have you thought of ways that information can be made readily available to drivers? Eg:
    • Recommended tyre pressures;
    • How to adjust headlamp beam to compensate for load weights;
    • How to adjust head restraints to minimise the likelihood of whiplash
    • What action drivers should take if they consider their vehicle is unsafe.