ABSTRACT
Laying the groundwork necessary for effective management of transportation systems, this book addresses the steps required for successful driver selection, training, instruction, and supervision. It provides a thorough understanding of how to develop and manage a comprehensive motor fleet safety and instructional program. Topics include accident prevention, considerations for a small fleet, vehicle inspection, organization of accident data, job safety analysis, school bus safety, hazmat shipping and storage, and transportation security. The appendix contains a model transportation program that will assist readers in the development of their company's safety and training programs.
1. Introduction, 2. Elements of a Fleet Safety Program, 3. Accident Prevention, 4. Special Considerations of a Small Fleet, 5. Driver Selection, 6. Driver Training and Instruction, 7. Driver Supervision, 8. Motor Fleet Inspection Program, 9. Organizing Motor Fleet Accident Data, 10. Job Safety Analysis, 11. Safety Meetings for Motor Carrier Drivers, 12. Motor Fleet Transportation Publicity, 13. School Bus Safety, 14. Shipping and Storage of Hazardous Materials, 15. Security in the Transportation Industry (Transit and Motor Carrier), 16. Motor Fleet Safety and Security Management, Index
