Health and Safety is now a major concern, it has led to new laws being passed, including "The Corporate Manslaughter Act 2008".

 All employees need to be regularily assessed in the workplace to ensure compliance with safe working practices. This also applies to driving for work, essential drivers may be safe driving at work, but it is still important that they are assessed and a Risk Assessment Report completed.

 As a qualified driving instructor and Fleet Risk Assessor I can provide that service and compile your Risk Assessment Report.

 Employers and self-employed people should conduct a 'risk assessment' to help them fulfil this legal obligation. Carrying out a risk assessment can be simple. Most employers carry out small risk assessments anyway, for example in checking up on the skills and experience of a new driver (i.e. assessing any risks involved in having them drive).

 A systematic risk assessment could save time, save money, and save lives."

 Source : http://www.hse.gov.uk/workplacetransport/information/riskassessment.htm

Other Benefits of a fleet assessment

By a few minor adjustments to our driving style it is possible to save up to 10% of our fuel costs.  So, it is very possible that your company could save well in excess of the cost of having your drivers assessed in fuel expenses alone.  These same minor changes could also lead to a more relaxed driver and happier employee.

So as you can see company driver risk assessments can benefits as well as protection from prosecution.