Compliance and Training: Your Fleet's Foundation for Safety and Efficiency

Legal Obligations Under the Health & Safety Act 1974

The Health & Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 mandates employers to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of their employees as far as reasonably practicable.

In the context of fleet management, this includes ensuring vehicles are safe to use, drivers are properly trained, and risks related to driving tasks are adequately assessed and mitigated.

This includes rigorous risk assessments, implementing necessary preventive measures, and fostering a culture of safety. Our programs are designed to help you navigate these requirements, ensuring your fleet operations not only comply with current regulations but also anticipate future legislative changes.

The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999

These regulations require employers to conduct risk assessments and take appropriate action to mitigate those risks.

For fleet managers, this means assessing the risks associated with driving tasks and vehicle use and taking steps to reduce those risks, such as implementing driver training programs, regular vehicle checks, and ensuring appropriate rest breaks for drivers.

The Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986

These regulations cover various aspects of vehicle construction and maintenance, including emissions, safety equipment, and use restrictions.

Fleet managers are responsible for ensuring all vehicles comply with these standards, which may involve regular maintenance checks, emissions testing, and modifications to vehicles as required by law.

Obligations under the Road Traffic Act 1988

This act outlines the legal obligations regarding vehicle insurance, roadworthiness, and driving conduct.

Fleet managers must ensure all vehicles are insured, maintained in a roadworthy condition, and used in a manner that complies with all road traffic laws, including speed limits and rules about mobile phone use.

The Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007

Under this act, an organization can be found guilty of corporate manslaughter as a result of serious management failures resulting in a gross breach of a duty of care.

Fleet managers must implement and enforce robust safety policies to prevent fatal accidents that could lead to prosecution under this act.

DVLRA Real-Time License Checking

With DVLA real-time licence checking, manage compliance effectively by verifying the validity of your drivers' licenses, ensuring that all personnel operating your vehicles are fully qualified and legally compliant.

This essential service not only keeps your fleet compliant but also enhances road safety by ensuring that every driver meets legal driving standards, minimizing the risk of accidents and legal repercussions.