Studies have indicated that three times as many UK employees are killed every year on the roads,compared to those killed while doing site-based work.

ECA employers have a legal responsibility under the Health and Safety at Work Act to ensure the safety of their employees who drive in the course of their work. Cost-effective road risk management reduces days lost due to injury; reduces claims from employees and third parties; saves on vehicle and insurance costs; and allows better control over costs such as vehicle wear and tear and fuel.

The Association has created a questionnaire to find out how safely vehicles are driven and how companies ensure the welfare of their operatives during transit. For further details of how you can assist, call John Corcoran on 01689 817560.

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Electrical and Mechanical Contractor