SAFER DRIVING ON THE JOB – A Shared Responsibility for Workplace Safety

Half of all work related fatal accidents are vehicle related. Let us help your company take responsibility for workplace safety by offering traffic safety training for everyone who drives as part of their job, whether they use company cars or private vehicles.
The Swedish Work Environment Authority recommends that everyone who drives for work related purposes should receive the necessary training in traffic safety. This applies regardless of whether the employee uses a company vehicle or their own car. The appropriate level of training is based on the risk assessment and risk analysis that the company should carry out for all employees who drive for work. Risk inventory of operation

PARKING DAMAGES – THE BIGGEST EXPENSE FOR COMPANIES

Parking damages represent a significant cost for companies with fleet vehicles. In 2023, 1.7 million vehicle claims were handled, of which 1.2 billion SEK specifically related to parking damages. By investing in training for company car drivers, companies can reduce accident rates, lower insurance premiums and repair costs, and create a safer work environment. Providing driver training is an investment that can lead to long-term savings and improvements in both safety and the work environment.

Key Points Regarding the Work Environment for Company Car Drivers:

Below is information for employers based on the guiding publications of the Swedish Work Environment Authority and the Swedish Transport Administration.

Traffic Safety Policy and Training

• Company traffic safety policy: The policy should be communicated to all drivers and include rules for speed limits, seatbelt use, sobriety, and ensuring drivers are well-rested.
• Required training: Everyone who drives for work-related purposes must receive traffic safety training, which may be practical, theoretical, or e-learning. The training should focus on risk awareness rather than driving technique.
• Regular training: Employees should undergo traffic safety training regularly, including skid training and load securing training if they drive heavy vehicles.

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Vehicle Maintenance and Inspection

• Inspection and maintenance routines: Regular checks of vehicle safety systems are necessary. Employees should be knowledgeable about the vehicle’s safety systems to use the vehicle correctly.
• Daily inspections: Employees should perform daily vehicle checks using a checklist, including pre- and post-driving inspections. Traffic Safety as a Sustainability Issue

Specific Vehicle Requirements

• Safety requirements for passenger cars: Vehicles must meet safety standards of at least five stars according to Euro NCAP, be equipped with safety gear and warning triangle, and undergo regular service and maintenance.
• Tires and brakes: Vehicles must have tires with a tread depth at least two millimeters above the legal minimum and be no older than five years.By following these guidelines, employers can ensure a safe and sustainable work environment for their company car drivers.

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Company Responsibilities and Employee Obligations

• Risk assessment and follow-up: The company should annually identify and assess risks related to work travel and ensure employees comply with the traffic safety policy.
• Alcohol and drug testing: Conducted as needed to ensure employees are free from alcohol and drugs in the workplace.Incident and accident reporting: Employees must report all incidents and accidents to their immediate supervisor as soon as possible.

Traffic safety as a sustainability issue

• Integration into sustainability efforts: Traffic safety is part of the global sustainability goals in Agenda 2030 and should be integrated into the company’s sustainability work.
• Positive synergies: Working with traffic safety can yield benefits such as reduced damage costs, improved work environment, and cost-effective driving.
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By following these guidelines, employers can ensure a safe and sustainable working environment for their company vehicle drivers