Find out how our Toolbox Talks can play a key supporting role in your driver risk management programme
Virtual classroom learning for drivers
Our online, interactive, driver training sessions have been designed to help drivers become more aware of key issues relating to driving, and to give them the opportunity to learn from our experts in a convenient, engaging, bite-size format.
Toolbox Talks are cost-effective and make a great addition to your staff training days. These 60-minute sessions are ideal as refreshers for drivers of all levels of experience. Number of participants: 3-12.
Our Toolbox Talks have been created by experts, and designed to cover key topics in bite-size presentations of only 60 minutes each.
Topics include:
- Concentration/Observation/Anticipation
- Alcohol awareness
- Night driving
- Fatigue
- Driver & vehicle checks
- Speed
- Winter driving
- Mobile phones
- Distractions
Why choose Toolbox Talks?
- Keeps your employees informed about key road safety topics
- Webinar format is perfect for remote workers
- Boost and maintain engagement with workplace safety culture
- Short and interactive, for maximum impact
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Topic information
COAST
This talk introduces COAST – Concentration, Observation, Anticipation, Space, and Time – as key elements for safer driving with practical daily techniques.
Mobile phones and distractions
This talk highlights the distractions that all drivers face, particularly at-work drivers, and provides tips to minimize their effects and maintain focus.
Speed
This talk explains the importance of adhering to speed limits and provides tips for managing speed to help drivers avoid fines and reduce incidents.
Alcohol awareness
This talk addresses the risks of drink-driving, dispels alcohol myths, and offers tips for separating drinking from driving.
Driver and vehicle checks
This talk highlights the importance of regular vehicle checks for safety and offers guidance on assessing the driver’s condition.
Night driving
This talk provides tips for improving observations and identifying hazards for safer night driving on even on unfamiliar routes.
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”We’ve seen a significant reduction in vehicle collisions and subsequent claims.
Simon Jones. Head of Health & Safety, Link Contracting
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FAQ's
What is a Toolbox Talk?
A Toolbox Talk is a short, focused workshop that addresses a specific topic of relevance to drivers. These talks are designed to raise awareness about critical issues such as road safety, vehicle maintenance, and safe driving practices. Our Toolbox Talks provide a way for drivers to share their thoughts as a group under the guidance of a professional trainer.
How can Toolbox Talks for drivers benefit my company?
A well-structured discussion can help to focus employees’ minds on the safety implications of hazardous tasks that they encounter in their work every day. By regularly conducting these talks, companies can foster a culture of safety and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. This is particularly beneficial for businesses that rely on a fleet of vehicles.
What topics are best covered in these workshops?
Our Toolbox Talks have been designed to cover a wide range of road safety topics that are commonly the subject of myths or misconceptions. By engaging drivers in a group dialogue, these workshops help them to gain a clearer picture of the risks they face, and provide bite-size advice for them to take away and apply in their everyday driving.
Are your workshops available online?
Yes, Toolbox Talks are conducted online, making them a convenient solution for workers based across multiple locations, and for those with limited time. The small-group format enables all participants to contribute to the discussion, as they would in an in-person scenario.
Why should employees attend an alcohol awareness workshop?
Understanding the effects of alcohol on driving is crucial to staying safe on the roads, especially for workers who rely on their vehicle to do their job. This workshop provides vital information to help drivers make informed decisions and avoid the severe consequences associated with impaired driving, or the loss of one’s licence.
Can I enrol in a speed awareness workshop online?
Yes, as a manager you too can take part. Managing speed is not just about practical driving techniques; understanding the reasons why speed limits are important, how to judge the appropriate speed for the situation, and the effect that speed has on safe stopping distance all play a part in keeping yourself and others safe.
