Volvo’s safe driving policy
It’s no surprise that we’ve had safe driving policies for our employees in place for some time. In fact, about 20 years ago, about every six months, our head of Government Regulations and Compliance would stand out front and see who was wearing their seat belt. Those caught not using one were called into HR and “suggested” they wear it while driving. This went on for years… until we were at 100 percent and all were “believers;” no need for Bill to stand outside and tally all who might have been non-believers.
Anyway, numerous distracted driving campaigns have popped up as of late (we like this one that Oprah is doing) and we’re encouraging other businesses to adopt stronger policies. You may also remember the ads we took out in USA Today and The Washington Post last September during the Distracted Driving Summit in Washington, D.C.
In fact, if you’re reading this and would like to copy our policy word for word and implement it at your company, feel free. Really. The sooner the better, I say.
Good week to you,
dan
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6. SAFE OPERATION OF COMPANY AND VELP VEHICLES
6.1 All Volvo employees are expected to adhere to the following safe driving practices as a matter of policy.
o Mandatory use of seat belts in all seating positions, by all occupants.
o Mandatory use of hands-free systems for cellular phones while driving.
o Texting while driving is strictly prohibited.
o There is zero tolerance for drinking and driving in any Company vehicle.
o Child passenger safety – Proper child restraints in use and adherence with safety laws of each individual state.
o Volvo Cars of North America discourages aggressive driving practices, at all times
o Prohibit violations of the conditional, or graduated driver license restrictions, now on the books in many states.
6.2 Smoking in any Company or lease vehicle is strictly prohibited
P.S. VELP stands for Volvo Employee Lease Program. A sound James makes when he’s past due on his expense reports.
