Safety Coach
Fleet Safety Essentials
In recent months, vehicles across the U.S. have been subject to recalls for issues pertaining to airbag malfunctions, batteries and loss of engine power, software issues related to headlights and taillights, faulty fuel pumps and fuel leaks, and rearview cameras that do not work properly.
Why is this important for you to know? Get answers during our next 30-minute training session. Join us online Wednesday, Feb. 26:
- Managing Vehicle Recalls in Your Fleet – Preventing Operational Disruptions and Minimizing Risk: Register to attend this free webinar now.
National Safety Council Senior Program Manager Lonny Haschel will discuss practical steps and tools available to prevent and address recall-related issues effectively. Materials in English and Spanish will be shared to ensure accessibility across your workforce.
Haschel will talk about the ways recalls can impact your business – financially, operationally and reputationally. He will underscore how businesses that rely on fleets must be prepared to respond quickly and efficiently in the event of an unexpected recall. Whether your organization offers mileage reimbursement or provides company vehicles to employees, recalls introduce various risks:
- Financial consequences: Downtime and potential for lost productivity or revenue
- Brand reputation: Negative perceptions of a brand if safety issues are mishandled or not addressed quickly
- Operational disruptions: Delays caused by vehicle repairs or replacements impacting service delivery or day-to-day operations
- Compliance issues: Legal and regulatory obligations regarding vehicle safety and recall notifications
Finally, Haschel will explain why it is key to have a robust, well-communicated recall management strategy in the fleet environment. By acting quickly and proactively, you can minimize financial impact, protect your brand reputation and ensure your operations continue without interruption.
Tailgate Talk
Climbing the Safety Ladder
One way to optimize your organization’s driver safety program is to learn from the best practices of others. Each year, the Our Driving Concern Texas Employer Traffic Safety program honors Texas employers who encourage positive driver behaviors among employees on and off the job. The best practices of these award-winners are shared through our regular communications channels, so you can gather insights and build on your own safety initiatives.
On Thursday, March 6, you will hear from two of your safety peers as they explain why the workplace is a natural setting for discussing driver behavior and why traffic safety should be an integral part of any well-rounded safety program. Join us for next free online webinar:
In this webinar, Kevin Smith, director of health and safety at Indeca Crude Xpress, and Ben Muller, contractor engagement supervisor at Pioneer Natural Resources, will explain how their organizations strive for excellence in traffic safety. These two organizations were among 15 employers recognized by Our Driving Concern in 2024 as safety leaders on the road to zero.
By highlighting real-world safety examples from award-winning companies like Indeca Crude Xpress and Pioneer Natural Resources, participants will gain practical insights into how they work to keep their drivers safe and reduce operating expenses attributed to crashes. The focus on embracing countermeasures, especially those that encourage positive driver behaviors, is key to creating a safety culture that can drive long-term improvements at your location.