Are you preparing drivers and other personnel on what to do in case of a crash? Fleets should prepare for and practice what to do in the event of a serious accident just like they do for fire drills from top management to dispatchers to drivers. What drivers and other company personnel do immediately following an accident can help you win a lawsuit or cause you to lose one.
These seven steps should be taught in orientation, practiced, and reviewed on an ongoing basis. Laminated cheat-sheets outlining the steps that are kept in the vehicle can help drivers remember the steps in the confusion of an actual crash aftermath.
1. Remain calm. Before you do anything, take a deep breath. Don't admit fault to anyone even a simple "I'm sorry" could be construed by a court as an admittance of guilt.
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