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The National Safety Council (NSC) has announced the launch of its new initiative, the Fleet Essentials training program. This comprehensive fleet driving program is designed to address the leading cause of work-related deaths - driving - and ensure the safety of all employees who drive for work.
The program covers a wide range of topics, including vehicle dynamics, driving professionally, and distraction awareness unique to driving for work. It offers course content tailored to specific vehicles, making it the most comprehensive fleet driving program available. This includes passenger vehicles, delivery vans, and medium-duty trucks.
Mark Chung, the executive vice president of roadway practice at NSC, stated that many fleet drivers are not well-trained. He emphasised the importance of the program in addressing this issue, particularly considering that delivery truck drivers and sales employees have the highest rates of injuries and fatalities among all occupations, both of whom are non-CDL drivers.
In 2022, more than 2,000 people died as a result of occupational transportation incidents, making up 37.7% of the total occupational fatalities that year. This underscores the need for proper training for the estimated 15.5 million drivers in the U.S. who may not be properly trained to operate a vehicle on the job.
The goal of the program is to save lives and keep workers safe on every jobsite, which includes America's roadways. In addition to the online courses, the NSC is also offering an upcoming free webinar for a discussion with industry experts on managing a fleet. More information about the training program can be found on the NSC's website at nsc.org/fleet.
The NSC Fleet Essentials training program is a significant step towards ensuring the safety of employees who drive for work. By providing comprehensive training and resources, the program aims to reduce the number of occupational transportation incidents and make our roadways safer for everyone.
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