Drive & Survive launches Driver Risk Management programme

A unique system providing occupational drivers with access to a total Driver Risk Management (DRM) programme for a fixed monthly fee, no matter what training is provided, has been launched by leading UK occupational driver training organisation Drive & Survive.

“In the DRM ensure programme, all drivers will undergo an online risk assessment to determine their risk rating, based on a combination of their driving environment, attitude and behaviour,” said Drive & Survive Managing Director Seb Goldin.

“Further training is then tailored to an individual driver’s needs using a range of professional Drive & Survive online and on-road training products, and can even be coupled with other services such as a driver licence checking.”

And no matter what this further training is per individual driver, the cost of the DRM ensure programme is the same price for all enrolled.

“DRM ensure gives employees access to a comprehensive DRM programme, for a fixed cost over the term of the package. For fleet and health and safety managers, this means all employees receive the appropriate level of training, and resources are targeted to those identified as being at greatest risk. For finance managers, this means costs can be accurately forecasted and managed,” said Mr Goldin.

“The DRM programme is fully managed by Drive & Survive, with consistent and regular management information provided to demonstrate progress and highlight risk and areas which require improvement. Accurate records also provide an audit trail for all drivers, demonstrating adherence to company health and safety policies.”

A leading fashion and home-ware retailer has reaped the benefits of this customised approach over the last year, demonstrating how companies managing fleet costs in challenging economic times can now effectively forecast and manage expenditure through a holistic solution to driver risk management.

“The retailer, with more than 1000 drivers enrolled in DRM ensure, has found the targeted approach and fixed costing to be the key benefits of the programme,” said Mr Goldin.

“Each programme is created on a bespoke basis to a client’s requirements. The programme for this client, which includes a combination of online, on road and license checking services, has delivered both excellent value and a fully auditable system for all drivers.

“As advocates for road safety, we believe safety should remain a priority not jeopardised by financial constraints. Training is an investment and cutting back is a false economy. Trained employees can not only save money, but also support health and safety commitments.

“Fixing training costs smoothes cash flow and can help companies sustain essential training and manage the associated costs,” said Mr Goldin.

“DRM ensure provides cost stability with access to a large range of professional training services that can specifically target an individual’s needs.”

Drive & Survive is the occupational driver training division of the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists), training more than 35,000 drivers per year since 1985.

For more information about DRM ensure, visit drivesurvive.co.uk.