Though
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) and WHMIS training are both
standard training for employees at many organizations, company driver
training is often overlooked as an effective tool to decrease
work-related driving incidents. Effective company driver training
programs foster knowledgeable and safe drivers which can lead to a
reduction in driving-related incidents.
A
company driver training program can teach employees the essential
information regarding the operation of company vehicles. An effective
driver training program will educate employees on the necessary
vehicle and load inspections, applicable regulations and legislation,
and the various documentation requirements. Other topics that may be
covered include driver fatigue, defensive driving and winter driving
techniques.
With
an understanding of the applicable legislation drivers can ensure
they comply with the regulations, avoiding costly delays and fines.
Driver training programs can also reduce the number and severity of
driving incidents by increasing employee awareness of driving-related
safety issues and concerns, and teaching drivers valuable driving
techniques.
Company
driver training programs educate drivers on safely navigating the
hazards of the road, reducing work-related driving incidents. For
further information on company driver training and driver training
courses, visit the CayCan Safety Consulting Ltd. website at
www.caycan.ca.
