Participating in a fleet safety program will give drivers the opportunity to learn which behaviors are putting them at risk the most, they will learn advanced driving techniques, and they will be able to observe other, more efficient drivers.

A majority of drivers understand that they need to keep a safe following distance behind the vehicle in front of them, they shouldn’t use their phone while driving, and that they should come to a complete stop at a Stop sign. However, when so many drivers on the road haven’t actually been instructed how to drive by anyone other than their parents, there are a variety of things that even experienced drivers are unaware of. Fleet training courses will specify what should be done in a variety of situations, including bad weather and what to do around irresponsible drivers. These external factors will help drivers become more aware of their surroundings and will give them the tools to react in a safe and efficient way in order to reduce risk on the road.

With safe and efficient fleet drivers, your business can save money in a variety of ways:

• Vehicle Maintenance: With proper training, a driver will better understand how to drive efficiently in order to save fuel and reduce wear and tear on the vehicle.
• Insurance Costs: With an understanding of how to safely drive a vehicle, there will be fewer accidents, which can help lower insurance premiums.
• Medical Costs: When your employee gets in an accident, it’s the employer who has to pay for hospital costs.

When successfully completed, a fleet driver training course could potentially pay for itself down the road.