safety and risk management
Truck News1 Apr 2020Coronavirus: Temporary changes to driver CPC requirements
The Government has announced temporary changes to allow bus and lorry drivers who cannot complete compulsory CPC training to continue to drive.
Latest News26 Mar 2020Coronavirus: Microlise provides SmartFlow app for free
Microlise has announced it will provide its SmartFlow driver and subcontractor management app free of charge during the coronavirus outbreak.
Van News25 Mar 2020Roger Bullivant reduces dangerous driving with Lightfoot technology
Roger Bullivant (RB) has announced its reduced dangerous driving and vehicle idling and increased miles per gallon (MPG) with the adoption of Lightfoot technology.
Truck News24 Mar 2020Teletrac Navman launches DVS Safe System
Teletrac Navman has launched the DVS Safe System, a new technology package aimed at helping fleet operators meet London’s Direct Vision Standard (DVS).
Latest News24 Mar 2020Coronavirus: Symptoms added to fit-to-drive declaration
FleetCheck has added coronavirus symptoms to its Vehicle Inspection App’s fit-to-drive section.
Latest News23 Mar 2020Coronavirus: MOTs for lorries, buses and trailers suspended
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has suspended MOTs for all heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and public service vehicles (PSVs).
Latest News23 Mar 2020Coronavirus: FORS suspends audits
FORS – the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme – has suspended all FORS Bronze site audit activity from today (Monday, March 23) until further notice.
Latest News23 Mar 2020Supply chain ‘can tackle’ coronavirus challenge
Drivers’ hours rules relaxed further as trade bodies say supply chain can keep goods moving with Government support.
Latest News20 Mar 2020Coronavirus: DfT relaxes drivers’ hours rules
Relaxation acknowledges the vital contribution that the commercial fleet industry is playing in keeping the economy moving during the coronavirus pandemic
Latest News16 Mar 2020Coronavirus: Protocol needed for home delivery fleets
FleetCheck is calling for a protocol to ensure that home delivery fleets do not place drivers or the public at additional risk from coronavirus.
Van News13 Mar 2020Only 41% of van drivers use hands-free or Bluetooth
Fewer than half of van drivers use hands-free or Bluetooth technology to make calls, according to research conducted by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.
Truck News9 Mar 2020Suspended sentence for drivers’ hours offences
A truck driver has received an eight-month suspended sentence and 200 hours of unpaid work for driving up to 21 hours a day.
Truck News4 Mar 2020Scania launches new side detection device
Scania has introduced side detection functionality via two different systems to help to improve safety for other road users.
Latest News2 Mar 2020All Round Security rolls out BigChange telematics
All Round Security Fleet Operators has rolled out BigChange telematics, connecting field service engineers in real-time to its office.
- Latest News21 Feb 2020
FORS fees frozen for a fifth year running
There will be no increase to FORS membership subscription or audit fees during 2020, for the fifth year in succession.
Latest News20 Feb 2020IRU report uncovers barriers to road safety investment
Despite a strong sense of social responsibility, it says, persistent barriers prevent mobility and logistics operators investing more in safety.
Latest News20 Feb 2020Predictive software to reduce fleet downtime developed by Freeway
Freeway Fleet Systems has developed smart software that aims to simplify fleet management by predicting the type and quantity of parts needed to maintain a fleet.
- Latest News17 Feb 2020
2m safety checks made using FleetCheck app
Vehicle inspections using a FleetCheck app designed to increase fleet safety for cars, vans, HGVs, buses and coaches hit the two million mark this week.
Latest News7 Feb 2020Camera Telematics enhances Street Angel
Camera Telematics has announced the global launch of their enhanced Street Angel on-board video evidence data recorder.
Truck News3 Feb 2020Safety drives investment in technology for Wincanton fleet
Wincanton has invested in 360-degree cameras and telematics technology across its home delivery fleet as part of its commitment to improving safety and efficiency.
