Driver training – is it worth it?
9 July 2023It’s fairly straight forward, driving recklessly or unsafely puts the driver, and other road users, at risk. But do your drivers understand why their behaviour and attitude affects the safety of their driving? The purpose of driver training is...
Road deaths up 8.7%
16 June 2023The predicted busiest weekend on our roads took place in May, and we are approaching the ever-busy summer travel period, and with statistics showing an 8.7% increase in road deaths last year, there really has never been a more important...
Driver distraction
16 June 2023Distraction is a leading a cause of collision. Whether manual, visual or cognitive, a distracted driver is not in full control of their vehicle, nor able to process and adapt to the changing environment around them. Fleets have a responsibility to...
Bank holiday
traffic warning
23 May 2023RAC and Inrix analysis has suggested this Bank Holiday weekend (May 27, 28 and 29) will be the busiest on the road for leisure journeys – an estimated 3.3m trips are to be made each of the days. Unsurprisingly, Friday...
Mental Health Awareness Week
19 May 202322% of employees who’ve been formally diagnosed with a mental illness, only half have them informed their employer. How can ACHIEVE help with the wellbeing of drivers Acknowledging the signs If your drivers understand...
Mental Health Awareness Week
18 May 20231 in 6 people will be diagnosed with depression in the UK. How can ACHIEVE help with the wellbeing of drivers Help them feel valued Regular and relevant training can help drivers feel valued,...
Mental Health Awareness Week
17 May 20231 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem of some kind each year. How can ACHIEVE help with the wellbeing of drivers? By creating a positive culture Feeling a sense of accomplishment and...
Mental Health Awareness Week
16 May 2023The charity MIND released statistics which revealed 30% of self-reported work-related illness in the transport and logistics industry is due to stress, depression, and anxiety. How can ACHIEVE help with the wellbeing of drivers? By keeping...
Mental Health Awareness Week
15 May 2023Who has done a vehicle check today? Vehicle checks are important to make sure everything is working as it should, and brings to light any potential issues which might arise if left unattended. The same concept can...
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