Safety Roadmap
Crash incidents happen, even at safety-minded organizations. No one is immune. When an incident happens, it can open the door for someone to take advantage of your organization. Join us on Tuesday, Aug. 20, for our next free online learning session. Register to attend now:
In this webinar, Brian Fielkow, executive vice president of risk resources for Acrisure, professional speaker and a past recipient of the National Safety Council “CEO’s Who Get It” recognition, will discuss best practices for employers to manage incidents and injuries.
Fielkow will discuss:
- Why employers must manage claims and not simply delegate them to their insurance companies
- The importance of establishing and following a claims management process
- Why legitimate claims go bad and how to prevent that from happening
- How to learn from adversity and build a stronger culture of prevention
Fielkow is the former CEO of Houston-based Jetco Delivery. He also is the author of several books, including Leading People Safely. In the book, he plots a roadmap for safety leadership. “Rest assured that your efforts to implement these ideas can mean the difference between winning and losing on the business battlefield,” he says.
Ace This Test
As kids head back to class, your fleet drivers can expect to encounter increased traffic during peak travel times. Here are some ways to help prepare them for a safe school year:
Start by sharing these back-to-school traffic safety reminders via email, bulletin boards, internet postings, etc.:
- Slow down: Stick to school zone speed limits
- Put the phone away: Drive distraction-free and watch for kids in crosswalks or darting out from play areas
- Yield to pedestrians: Stop for the crossing guard and share these pedestrian safety tips from the National Safety Council
- Be careful around buses: Never pass a stopped school bus with its lights flashing; kids might be crossing
Watch this video during your next team meeting: Why is speeding dangerous? Here is a scientific breakdown.
Then, think about other ways you can impact road safety, not only at work, but also in your community:
- Safety workshop: Invite parent groups, school and community leaders to participate in a workshop to raise awareness of safety risks and discuss solutions
- Safety pledge: Offer incentives for those who take the NSC Just Drive Pledge to reduce distracted driving
- Safety support: Partner with local schools to sponsor crossing guards or provide safety gear
Finally, provide free pupil transportation safety training. Introduce the Child Passenger Safety Learning Portal and School Bus Learning Library. This is a great way for your team to build a knowledge base on topics specific to transporting preschool-aged children or children who have special needs. Some topics covered:
- Crash dynamics and occupant restraint
- Child safety restraint systems with CAM wraps
- Child safety restraint systems and emergency evacuation
Aim for excellence. The kids in your community deserve that much.