Fleet driver training programs mean safer roads and better business outcomes

As businesses rely more on fleet vehicles, driver safety is becoming more of a priority for fleet management teams. In collaboration with industry-leading providers like SambaSafety, Cardata is switching up how companies approach driver safety and risk management. Cardata is now offering comprehensive driver training programs as well as continuous motor vehicle record (MVR) monitoring, so companies can mitigate risk, reduce costs, and promote safer driving across their fleets.

What is motor vehicle record (MVR) monitoring?

MVR monitoring is an important part of any driver safety program. It provides fleet managers with a full spectrum view of a driver’s history, highlighting details like suspensions, violations, or license revocations. Whether your company operates fleet vehicles or employs drivers for deliveries and field work, driver performance and driving behaviors directly impact safety — and costs!

Through on-demand MVRs, companies can request to see a driver’s record right then and there or on an annual basis. However, this can leave gaps between reviews. Cardata offers businesses a chance to implement continuous MVR monitoring, which offers real-time updates on driver activity. This proactive approach ensures that potential risks are identified and addressed right away, reducing the likelihood of collisions and other motor vehicle incidents.

Types of MVR monitoring

1. On-Demand MVRs

Pulled whenever or at scheduled intervals like annually or bi-annually.

2. Continuous MVR Monitoring 

Provides 24/7 visibility into a driver’s violations, which allows for fleet managers to stay informed at all times, even between scheduled checks.

Running these types of fleet safety programs provides a super helpful business safety solution. They also reduce administrative burdens by ⅔ and help companies maintain safe driving practices year-round.

The benefits of MVR monitoring

Running an MVR monitoring program at work can have significant positive impacts on your fleet’s safety.

1. 22% reduction in violations 

Continuously monitoring your drivers’ records helps identify and address risky driving behaviors before they escalate.

2. 14% drop in crashes 

Peering into records in real-time allows for prompt interventions, reducing the number of vehicle accidents.

3. 32% reduction in company risk events 

Increased visibility leads to better decision making, reduced risks, and improved compliance.

Also, businesses can expect reduced insurance premiums thanks to improved driver safety and fewer insurance claims.

Why choose Cardata for driver safety?

Cardata’s collab with SambaSafety puts in-depth driver risk management tools directly in your hands. SambaSafety, with over 20 years of experience, brings advanced data analytics that empower companies to monitor their drivers’ records and keep their drivers safe on the road.

By integrating MVR monitoring with a driver training program, Cardata ensures your company has everything it needs to maintain compliance, minimize risk, and optimize fleet operations.

Fleet driver safety training programs

Beyond MVR monitoring, Cardata also offers thorough driver safety training to help companies take driver performance to the next – safer – level. These training courses are intended to address specific driving behaviors and can be assigned during onboarding or after one of your drivers commits a driving violation. The goal is to reduce risky behaviors on the road like distracted driving and ensure safer drivers across your fleet.

With flexible options like online training, on-site safety training programs, and refresher courses, businesses can easily incorporate training into their everyday driver operations. These training solutions make sure that safety stays top of mind throughout the year.

Defensive driving courses 

Arm your drivers with the necessary skills to avoid accidents by being aware of hazards and driving defensively.

NSC-approved driver training

Cardata offers NSC (National Safety Council) approved defensive driving courses to instill essential skills and promote safe driving habits.

CDL and non-CDL courses

Whether your fleet includes CDL drivers or non-commercial drivers, the right training will improve driver performance and reduce vehicle accidents.

ROIs and KPIs from driver safety training programs

Implementing a fleet driver training program not only leads to safer roads but also delivers substantial return on investment. Companies that combine MVR monitoring with driver safety training see sizeable and impressive results, like…

• A 22% reduction in violations
• A 14% reduction in crashes
• A 32% improvement in risk profile events

By investing in these training programs and safety courses, businesses can avoid costly collisions, lower insurance premiums, and create a safer working environment for all mobile employees.

Conclusion

The combination of MVR monitoring and fleet driver safety training provides a full-spectrum solution for managing driver risk and making sure safe driving is happening across your organization. Through continuous monitoring, timely interventions, and personalized training solutions, businesses can see reduced violations, fewer crashes, premium reductions, and improved overall safety.Don’t wait for a preventable accident to disrupt your business. Partner with Cardata to implement a fleet driver training program today, and experience the benefits of a well-protected, risk-managed fleet.