After much controversy on the subject last winter, the government has issued guidance on clearing snow and ice from pavements, car parks etc. What does it say and should you follow it?
Published 03.12.2010
A survey of 2,000 British motorists has revealed that many are totally unprepared for winter driving. As an employer how can you encourage your drivers to plan for the worst weather?
Published 19.12.2019
As you’re probably aware, the police are taking a far greater interest in work-related road traffic accidents. Following a recent case, what implications could this have for you as an employer?
Published 28.02.2005
From September 10, the final part of the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Directive comes into effect. Who does it cover, what are the requirements and what can happen if you fail
to comply?
Published 01.09.2009
Courts can now charge drivers with the offence of “causing death by careless driving”. What does this mean and will it affect employers?
Published 22.09.2008
One of our subscribers was recently pulled over by an officer from the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) because his company car was overloaded. What can be learned from his experience?
Published 03.12.2009
You’ve read some information from a road safety group which says you ought to be checking up on your employees’ eyesight. But isn’t this their business, not yours?
Published 08.06.2011
We’ve previously advised you about the importance of ensuring that all vehicles in the workplace are well maintained. A recent case shows what can happen if this isn’t done. What are the key lessons
to be learned?
Published 27.02.2006
New enforcement powers for the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency came into force on 5 March. How might the changes affect your drivers?
Published 15.03.2018
Since we introduced our original driving at work policy, there have been a number of legislative changes, with potentially more to come. So why not use our new document to ensure your policy is
up-to-date?
Published 19.11.2007