AfMA 2022 Conference Program Booklet | Page 24

PROGRAM SESSIONS | DAY 2
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Will My EV Catch on Fire

SPEAKER
Emma Sutcliffe , Project Director , EV Firesafe
Electric vehicle fires are all over the news , giving the ( false ) impression that all EVs are dangerous & can ignite without warning . But , with the world turning to electrified transport , what does the research actually tell us ? What do we know – and what do we need to learn – about electric vehicle fires that can help enhance safety for fleet managers & drivers , just in case the worst does happen ? This session will present the latest global findings about electric vehicle fires & provide helpful knowledge that fleet managers can incorporate into their safety information .
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Driver Behaviour and Alertness Technologies

SPEAKER David Swords , Risk Consultant , DriveRisk
The use of cameras in heavy transport is nothing new although technology has improved as has the acceptance of driver facing cameras . The results are impressive with improved safety outcomes for all road users and easily delivers a quick return on investment .
What might surprise you is this technology is being deployed in light vehicles and often partnered with telematics including active or passive driver coaching . Best in class systems include Machine Vision and Artificial Intelligence technologies which are used to detect risk .
This session will explain the technology and what ’ s possible whilst incorporating a four year case study declaring tangible results across key areas such as reduced collisions and high risk behaviours .
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22 AUSTRALASIAN FLEET CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION AND FLEET AWARDS MAY 3-4 2022