safety and risk management

Citroën C4 receives 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating

Citroën's new C4 has been awarded a 5 star safety rating by independent assessors Euro NCAP, including a score of 97% in the 'Safety assist' category.

26 Aug

Road safety organisations issue joint statement in defence of speed cameras

The RoSPA has joined forces with other leading road safety organisations to voice its concern about speed cameras.

24 Aug

Duty of care and driver training neglected by smaller fleets

The latest company car trends report from GE Capital Fleet Services suggests that smaller fleets are neglecting their duty of care obligations.

18 Aug

Fleet driver safety tips

A review of work by the United Nations Environment Programme, the German Road Safety Council, UK fuel guru Dr Michael Coyle, the UK Driving Standards Agency and the UK Sustainable Development Commission provided the following 15 eco-safe tips for drivers:

Accident Management 17 Aug

More speakers announced for Road to Recovery conference

Road safety charity Brake has confirmed more speakers for its annual Road to Recovery conference on Tuesday 2nd November.

17 Aug

Schrader rejects criticism of tyre pressure monitoring technology

The EU decision to make tyre pressure monitoring systems fully mandated by 2014 has prompted criticism from some UK car companies.

17 Aug

Fleet Risk Management: The eight stage plan

Eight stages to putting together an effective fleet risk management solution.

Accident Management 16 Aug

Why is a fleet risk management programme needed in the first place

Here are the key benefits of managing the actions of those who drive for work purposes on behalf of any employer:

Accident Management 16 Aug

The importance of fleet duty of care

Each and every company has a legal obligation and duty of care to their company car drivers.

Legislation 16 Aug

Millions of drivers confused about driving when tired

Recent research by Brake and Direct Line shows the vast majority of drivers admit to driving while tired.

13 Aug

Majority of drivers agree with cut to speed camera funding says IAM

An Institute of Advanced Motorists survey has found that most people agree with the Government’s policy to reduce speed camera funding, even though a significant majority are supportive of cameras in principle.

12 Aug

Bid to cut sleep apnoea risks

A leading road safety charity is calling on fleets to screen drivers for sleep apnoea before allowing them to drive on business.

11 Aug

Cardinus e-learning wins industry recognition

E-learning courses from Cardinus Risk Management have become the first to be endorsed by the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM).

9 Aug

Government confirms vehicle testing review

The Government has confirmed that a total review of all vehicle testing will begin later this year.

6 Aug

Zero tolerance is vital to Vauxhall's safety success

Company rules dictate that Vauxhall chairman Bill Parfitt has to produce his driving licence each time he wants to drive from his headquarters in Luton.

5 Aug

Essex MP wins top award from national road safety charity

Rebecca Harris, Conservative MP for Essex Castle Point, has been awarded Parliamentarian of the Month by Brake, the road safety charity, and Direct Line.

5 Aug

Invest in a spare tyre, RAC urges fleet operators

Puncture repair kits can increase downtime by up to half a day

3 Aug

E-Training World launch online driver risk portal

E-Training World has launched a new online driver risk portal to help companies combine the management of their Grey Fleet and Company Fleet.

29 Jul

IAM warns of the dangers to drinking and cycling

If you’re planning to have a few drinks at a barbeque this summer don’t cycle home, warns the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists).

28 Jul

Fleets acknowledge safety but fail to implement policies

Fleet managers cite safety as a major concern, yet just 15% of them include safety criteria in their company car policies.

26 Jul