BSW Timber Group, (part of Tilhill Forestry – the largest integrated forestry business in the UK) is using DriverMetrics digital driver safety programme for its 200+ employees who drive for work. BSW’s drivers are undertaking DriverMetrics scientifically validated risk assessment, followed by a programme of targeted eLearning modules, designed to reduce individual crash risk.

The eLearning modules address the key behavioural risk factors for fleet and truck drivers, including fatigue, work related pressures, frustrations and distractions.

Tony Lockey, Group Learning and Development Manager at BSW Timber said: “the attention to detail and customer service offered by the team at Drivermetrics is second to none. They have helped us to review our current company and designated driver people and allowed us to take training further in cases where this has felt appropriate. Figures have been improved since working with Drivermetrics in terms of any accidents which is great news.”

Property specialist, Secure Empty Property, has engaged DriverMetrics to implement a driver safety programme for its van drivers. 

Drivers are undertaking DriverMetrics GO – the leading digital risk assessment and eLearning programme for SME fleets – following a recommendation by their insurer, RSA.

DriverMetrics GO removes the barriers to entry into effective risk management for smaller fleets. It enables managers to quickly, easily and affordably identify the risk profile of their drivers and allocate eCoaching interventions to change high risk behaviours.

Gareth Carson, Head of Operations at Secure Empty Property said: “DriverMetrics were recommended to us by our insurers and we were not disappointed with the service provided. It was made easy as all the information was provided and was very easy to follow. We would certainly recommend them.”

Medina Dairy, one of the UK’s largest suppliers of milk, dairy and bakery products has reduced its vehicle insurance claims frequency, following the introduction of a new risk management strategy. Central to this initiative was the insurer RSA commissioning DriverMetrics® to implement its multi-award winning safety programme for Medina’s drivers.

DriverMetrics implemented its behavioural driver risk assessment for all drivers in order to accurately identify individual risk profiles. Drivers subsequently undertook DriverMetrics® eCoaching modules to reduce risks. Finally, some of the highest risk drivers attended a DriverMetrics® ‘Insight into Action’ workshop, which focuses on changing the specific high risk behaviours identified in each drivers risk profile.

Hayat Ali, Senior Operations Manager at Medina Dairy, said “We found DriverMetrics® online training useful in assessing driver behaviours which is based on their age, driving pattern, number of hours they spend on road along with other parameters which they use for analysis. It gave us viable information which we could work towards in order to reduce those risks.

One of them was arranging on site workshops for drivers in high risk band to educate them further on aspects relating to their specific requirements.The course itself is a reminder to all drivers to reflect on the risk areas which go unnoticed in daily life as drivers get accustomed to a standard routine. It was an eye opener for them and the company to see the impact certain elements make on your driving.”

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The next DriverMetrics Profiling Workshop will be held on 5-6th July 2019.  Facilitated by Dr Lisa Dorn at Cranfield University Innovation Centre, the workshop offers driver trainers and risk management professionals an in-depth understanding of DriverMetrics Profiling reports and the use of coaching techniques to address the behavioural issues in driver risk.

Participants will learn how to understand the psychological principles that underpin driver behaviour; identify the behavioural factors that influence crash risk; interpret DriverMetrics^® Profiling reports to an advanced level and discover practical strategies that influence driver behaviour and mitigate risk. Finally, all participants will be given practical advice on devising and implementing a coaching goals plan.

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It’s an exciting time at DriverMetrics, as we prepare to launch a range of new products and services over the next few months, including:

DriverMetrics365

DriverMetrics365 is our next generation digital global safety & well-being programme.

Accreditation Scheme

The DriverMetrics Accreditation Scheme will provide formal recognition of competence in driver risk management for individuals involved in implementing and managing driver safety programmes.

Post-crash Investigation Course

Participants attending our new Post-crash Investigation course will learn how to carry out a post-crash investigation and interviews, in order to take appropriate action to reduce and prevent future road traffic crashes.

Behavioural Insights Course

This new course builds on the theory and practice of behavioural insights to equip participants with the skills to “nudge” drivers towards safer driving.

DriverMetrics Annual Conference

Our annual conference returns, offering a unique opportunity to hear from leading practitioners on the latest developments in driver safety and well being.

We will be releasing further information in the near future. In the meantime, if you would like to discuss any of these upcoming developments, please email us a contact@drivermetrics.com