The Risk of Accident Costs to Employers
Accident risk exposure is a growing concern for businesses employing drivers. Employers can face astronomical costs when an employee is involved in a motor vehicle accident. 40% of all motor vehicle accidents are work related1 and 53% of those accidents cause employees to miss work, costing employers $56.7 billion in 20172. When a motor vehicle…
The Importance of MVRs in Minimizing Risk
Motor Vehicle Records, or MVRs, are the most effective way to determine driver risk at hire and throughout the driver’s employment. MVRs provide a full view of a driver’s history for the last 3-7 years, depending on the state, and have several risk indicating components including: Driver and Licensure Information signals that the driver is…
How to Identify Risky Drivers
It is the top priority of most businesses that rely on drivers, whether they employ professional drivers, a few salespeople, or a large crew of workers that drive as a function of their job. Developing an ingrained safety culture & a comprehensive safety program delivers a positive impact on any company’s bottom line. Comprehensive safety…
Continuous License Monitoring Myth vs. Fact Series Part 3: The Annual MVR & 364 Day Grace Period
Employers typically pull a driver’s motor vehicle record (MVR) prior to hiring and an annial MVR after that. Although completing the initial and annual pulls meets the minimum obligation, there is added value in continuous monitoring for employers. Myth: Continuous MVR Monitoring is Unnecessary —Pre-Employment & Annual MVR pulls are “good enough” Fact: Annual MVR…
Continuous License Monitoring Myth vs. Fact Series Part 2 : Lessen Fleet Management Administrative Workload
When it comes to business administrative duties, time is always a scarce resource. In the fleet industry, a large portion of administrative duties revolve around driver license monitoring. Tasks such as running motor vehicle reports, CDLIS reports, and filing paperwork all take time, and that time can add up fast. What if there was a…