This paper aims to highlight the importance of the introduction of the driver certificate of professional competence (CPC) regulations and training staff to ensure that they are driving safely during work hours and are fully trained in the event of an emergency.
It explains where current legislation and practice fall short in the area of road safety and considers what can be done about it.
The paper argues that, with a high volume of road accidents occurring during work hours where the responsibility falls with employers, there is more that they can do to minimize risk through training employees.
It advises that, with the introduction of the compulsory CPC course looming, employers should be acting now to train staff to prevent accidents and protect employees.
It suggests a way in which the toll of death and injury on the roads can be reduced.
The paper puts forward the view that, from improving driver training to reallocating drivers to closer depots and implementing routine health checks, it is the organizations that take an active approach to traffic management that will not only reduce costs but also help to cut road accidents.
