Driving at Work

Duty of Care

Safety at work is a major concern, particularly when it comes to driver safety. Did you know that a third of all road traffic accidents involve an individual who is driving at work?

Cars, and vans are now classed as places of work, which means they fall under the provisions of the Health and Safety Act. Employers and managers have a 'duty of care' to ensure the safety of everyone working on their behalf, including drivers.

Some employers believe, incorrectly, that provided they comply with certain road traffic law requirements e.g valid driving licence, insurance and MOT, that this is enough to ensure the safety of their employees and others when they are on the road. This is a total misconception. Employers now have both moral and legal obligations to ensure the safety of their drivers.

Health and safety can be needlessly overcomplicated and daunting, leaving people confused and unaware of their responsibilities and how best to fulfil them. When it comes to 'driving at work' Gilder Vehicle Leasing can help you confidently answer these questions, giving you peace of mind. We offer a bespoke 'driving at work' duty of care solution, identifying the areas within your business that require attention. Working with our award winning partner Peak Performance, we can offer a comprehensive range of solutions covering all aspects of driving risk management, driver assessment and training. We can help you to implement the necessary driving safetry policies and training programmes to meet your duty of care requirements in full.

Gilder Vehicle leasing - keeping your business on the road - safely!