While winter season is often associated with risky driving conditions, summer has its own risks. From road construction to out of town recreational drivers pulling boats and campers, summertime hazards require fleet drivers to be extra cautious. Fleet accidents can cost any company significant amounts of time, money, and resources, not to mention the damage such incidents can cause to a business reputation. So, to protect your drivers, vehicles, and cargo, here are few summer safety tips.
• Ensure your drivers follow HOS restrictions
No matter what time of the year or weather conditions it is, exhausted drivers are a danger to themselves and others on the road. Hours of service (HOS) restriction is designed to make sure that drivers get enough rest to be alert and effective behind the wheel. Monitoring when drivers start and stop their vehicles allows fleet managers to keep an eye on HOS compliance. Fleet vehicle GPS tracking devices allow you to track when your vehicles are active.
• Instruct drivers to make stops for food and washroom
Sometimes fleet vehicle drivers do not want to stop for anything, even for food or use restroom. They are so worried about the tight schedule that they tend to eat and drink while driving. Skipping regular food, water, and bathroom breaks is not only unhealthy but can also distract drivers at an inopportune time leading to crash. Frequent stops to take care of basic needs and bodily functions is key for keeping drivers alert behind the wheel.
• Keep an eye on driver behavior
Hard acceleration, speeding, and hard braking are all behaviors that can lead to an accident. By tracking driver’s behavior with fleet vehicle GPS tracking devices, fleet managers can monitor and correct bad driving habits and reduce chances of an accident.
These are few ways to improve fleet vehicle safety in summer. To find out more about how you can improve efficiency and safety for your vehicle visit Rocky Mountain Tracking (RMT) today.
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