Colour code your training – go green

Eco driver training assists organisations,  with  not only with  the training component but all  other components  in the  supply chain which have an impact on producing CO2 emissions.In total there are over 100  different, albeit related, driving  factors which are addressed in the driver training component.Research indicates that drivers trained in Eco-Driving Techniques can reduce fuel consumption by up to 20%

What does the DriverSkills Eco-Driving Course Provide?

• Advice and information on vehicle maintenance
• Instruction on Eco-Driving from a highly qualified RAC certified driving instrutor
• A Driver Report Form which records the drivers progress in Eco-Driving techniques
• A copy of the Driver Report Form for company records
• A DriverSkills certificate in Eco-Driving
• Skills Covered
• Vehicle Preparation and Maintenance
• Speed Awareness
• Effective use of Positioning
• Steering
• Appropriate Gear Selection
• Braking Techniques
• Observation
• Accurate Bend Assessment
• Cornering Techniques
• Awareness of Hazards and Risks
• Safe and Calculated Overtaking
• Third Party Perception Awareness
• Defensive Vehicle Positioning

In order to maximize the value of driver training broader issues need to be included in the Co2 reduction program which includes, amongst others:

• Choosing eco friendly vehicles ( fleet policy)
• Choosing specific application vehicles ( horses for courses)
• Coordination and integration of vehicle monitoring system  to maximise value of eco driving efforts
• Carbon footprint ( establishing and measuring of Co2 emmisions for compliance
• Broad based educational program implementation
• Introduction of Co2 off set programs
• Measuring  your Carbon footprint