Internationally, crashes and collisions are the leading cause of workplace deaths. Approximately 40% of workplace deaths are a result of motor vehicle accidents. Crashes are also in the top five causes of workplace injuries. In South Africa, this figure is likely to be much higher considering the accident rate is higher than international figures. It is stats like these that indicate the importance of actively trying to reduce the number of crashes that occur among fleets. The CEO of MasterDrive, Eugene Herbert, adds, “Not only does it show how important it is to take measures to reduce workplace crashes, but also shows the importance of giving an honourable nod to companies committed to road safety and that take active steps to reduce the occurrence of this within their companies. “It is for this reason that MasterDrive presents its inaugural Fleet Safety Awards which will recognise and honour companies and individuals that make this commitment to road safety. Through the awards we hope to pay homage to companies that take the issue of road safety as seriously as we do by making it a part of their company ethos, starting at the top of the organisation and trickling its way throughout to every member that gets behind the wheel.” More information on MasterDrive’s Fleet Safety Awards will be released soon. Nominations for companies deserving of this honour are already open. Should you know of a company that you believe is paragon of road safety with the corporate world, please email info@masterdrive.co.za to obtain more information about what is required to qualify and how to make your nomination. The event will feature international speakers who will share their experience in the road safety arena along with a number of other speakers. The winner will be selected by an independent panel of judges based on specific criteria.
Introducing MasterDrive’s Fleet Safety Awards
In South Africa, this figure is likely to be much higher considering the accident rate is higher than international figures.
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