1. Driver & Operator Training Jeff Jeter Fleet Manager Chesterfield, County VA.

2. Types of Training for Employees  Operating Vehicles (Sedans, Vans, Pick ups, Dump Trucks, School Bus)  Fork Lifts  Bucket Trucks  Lift devices (jacks)

3. Driver Training  Light & Medium Duty Vehicles

4. Session Objectives  Recognize driving hazards and dangerous conditions  Avoid potential accidents  Inspect and maintain your vehicle  An understanding of Risk Management general driving policies  Operate your vehicle safely  Respond to emergencies and accidents

5. Causes of County Vehicle Crashes in Chesterfield 2010  Failure to give full time & attention 54%  Improper Backing 38%  Following too closely 5%  Failure to Yield Right of Way 2%  Improper turning 1%

6. Number of Accidents and Incidents Chesterfield County

7. Cost Of Crashes

8. General Driving Policies General Driving Policies  When using a wireless device (example cell phone) General Driving Policies a hands free device is required  (Policy 1-16)  Drivers are expected to drive at or below the posted speed limit at all times dependent on driving conditions

9. Preventable Accident  A "preventable accident" is defined bythe National Safety Council as "one in which you fail to do everything you reasonably could have done to prevent it."

10. Driving Hazards  Reckless driving  Distracted drivers  Road rage  Fatigue  Poor vehicle operating condition  Alcohol or drugs

11. Dangerous Conditions  Bad weather conditions—rain, snow, ice, severe winds, and fog  Road conditions  Poor lighting or glaring sunlight

12. Dangerous Conditions (cont.)  Heavy traffic  Busy intersections  Accidents  Shifting cargo

13. Be a Defensive Driver  Recognize hazardous driving situations  Assume other drivers will make mistakes  Make adjustments if a hazard develops  Look ahead for approaching hazards  Watch vehicles to your side and rear  Scan the road before changing speed or direction  Always use your turn signals  Drive with your lights on

14. Get Rest and Avoid Fatigue  Are you well rested?  Take frequent breaks if necessary  Keep drivers area well ventilated  Adjust your vehicle’s environment…for example: seat, steering wheel, radio  1500 people die each year due to drowsy driving

15. Seat Belts Save Lives  More than 110,000 lives saved in 25 years  Prevent crashing into dashboard  Keep you inside vehicle  Strong bones take shock instead of delicate organs  Better chance of remaining conscious  Keep you behind wheel if you swerve or brake suddenly

16. Drug Use  When on duty, never possess or use:  Opiates  Amphetamines  Narcotics  Alcohol  Any other substance that makes you an unsafe driver

17. Driving Hazards—Any Questions?  Any questions about driving hazards and dangerous conditions?  Any questions about avoiding potential accidents?

18. Pre-Drive Inspection  Horn, lights, and turn signals  Clean windows, mirrors, and lights  Tire tread and air pressure  Leaks under vehicle  Brakes and steering  Vehicle Body Damage  Seat Belt Operation

19. Maintain Your Vehicle  Regular Maintenance  Oil changes  Antifreeze levels  Brakes  Battery  Fluid Levels  Check Tire Condition

20. Load Secured  Load must be properly distributed and secured  Check your load and make adjustments if necessary  Cover load when possible

21. Conduct Start-Up/Back-Up Check  Walk around your vehicle  Check blind areas on right and front  Adjust mirrors  After checking, move vehicle  Start up slowly  Tap horn or recruit signal person

22. Fueling  While fueling, never:  Fuel with engine running  Smoke or expose any open flame  Fuel unless the nozzle and intake pipe are in contact  Do not get back in your vehicle while fueling

23. Right-of-Way  Entering traffic, merging, turning left or right  Do not force other drivers to brake or steer  Assume other drivers will not see you  Move only after “right-of-way” has been given to you

24. Using and Changing Lanes  Keep a safe following distance  Scan ahead  Use turn signals  Scan blind spot before changing lanes  Clean and adjust mirrors

25. Crossing Intersections  Assume cross traffic may not obey control signs or signals  Allow enough time for your entire vehicle and trailer to clear the road  Approaching drivers may not realize you have a trailer attached  Keep side lights and reflectors clean

26. Passing  Make sure no one is passing you  Signal intention to pass  Watch driver you are passing  Watch for vehicles entering road  Watch approaching traffic  Do not get into a race

27. Pedestrians  Expect the unexpected  Pedestrians have difficulty judging vehicle speed  Pedestrians assume you see them  Make sure they give you right-of-way  Prevent improper trailer tracking  Scan blind spots

28. Reduced Traction  Increase your following distance  Slow down  Apply brakes gently and steer smoothly  Brakes are more likely to lock up when lightly loaded  Slide sideways on banked curves

29. Reduced Visibility  Slow down  Watch for stalled or slow- moving vehicles in front of you  Turn on fog lamps or emergency flashers  Keep lights and windshield clean  Get off the road and wait

30. Safe Driving Habits—Any Questions?  Any questions regarding inspections and basic maintenance of your vehicle?  Any questions regarding how to operate your vehicle safely?

31. Carry Emergency Supplies  Tire jack and spare tire  Flares  Flashlight  First-aid and tool kits  Jumper cables  Gloves  Fire extinguisher  Cell Phone

32. Emergency Stopping  Turn on flashers and coast to shoulder  Set up emergency warning signals  Call for help  Use fire extinguisher when necessary  May be safer to get out of car and get away from car

33. Emergency Signals  Activate the vehicle’s flashers  Place warning device within 10 feet of vehicle toward approaching traffic  Place second device 100 feet away toward approaching traffic  Place third device 100 feet away  Never attach flares to your vehicle

34. Safe Driving Conditions— Any Questions?  Are there any questions about how to respond to vehicle emergencies and accidents?

35. SIPDE  Search  Identify  Predict  Decide  Execute

36. Search  Search ahead 20 to 30 seconds.  About 1 to 2 blocks at 25 to 30 miles per hour and about a half mile at 55 miles per hour.  As you are Searching  Constantly move your eyes  Do Not focus on just one thing  Filter out the noise

37. Identify  Locate Hazards and Potential Problems within 12 to 15 seconds ahead.  Focus On  Three Groups of Hazard  Vehicles  Pedestrians and Animals  Stationary Objects  Intersections – Greatest Potential  Traffic Behind You

38. Predict  Anticipate Hazards  How Probable is a Collision  Play “What if”  What is the worst case scenario

39. Decide  What action to take at least 4 to 5 seconds ahead to control or reduce risk.  Three things you can do  Communicate your presence  Adjust your speed  Adjust your position

40. Execute  Carry Out Your Decision  Driving Skills Come into Play

41. Defensive Driving Information Sources........  Ask the Department of Risk Management  Read the County/City/Company Policy  Contact your Risk or Safety department …

42. Key Points  Inspect and maintain your vehicle  Know driving hazards and dangerous conditions  Become a proud defensive driver  Wear your seat belt  Follow safe driving practices in all driving conditions  Keep your lights on and use turn signals  Know how to respond to emergencies