May 24, 2017
DO it the SAFE way, DO it the RIGHT way, DO it EVERYDAY
Over 5,000 accidents involving transport in the workplace are recorded by the HSE each year, with 50 resulting in fatalities. So, with such a high number of accidents being recorded, how can business owners ensure employees and customers driving to work are kept safe?
Keep records of all agency drivers
While it is common practice for many companies to hire agency drivers, it can be more difficult to remain compliant with employer duties than with permanent members of staff. Ensuring agency drivers have all necessary licences, insurance and training can be tricky.
To minimise the risks this presents, we advise that agency staff are treated just like permanent staff members, with the same training and licences required from all. We recommend employers keep a record of all agency drivers, checking that they have been DVLA checked, that they hold a full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence