FEATURE
INCORPORATING COLD CHAIN
The large number of heavy vehicles on our roads makes it imperative that measures are
put in place to reduce the number of accidents involving trucks.
Less fatigue and fewer accidents will
result in a decline in delays, increased
productivity, and an improved bottom line.
every one and a half hours. Not only does our
on-site dedicated truck benefit our clients by
significantly reducing downtime for their trucks,
but it ensures all drivers are properly trained in
safety regulations and provided with measures
to guarantee their own and others’ safety on
the roads,” says Maré.
To further ensure the safety of employees
and clients’ equipment, the company mans its
control rooms 24 hours per day, 365 days per
year. The company’s dedicated controllers,
who each oversee approximately 40 trucks
and their drivers, constantly provide feedback
on driver behaviour and possible issues that
could potentially affect operations.
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appointed Conference Organiser
Herziel Muzira
Tel: 031 576 0349
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COLD LINK AFRICA • May 2018
Maré says it is important to provide
clients with industry accident
trends and to alert them about an
escalation in accidents.
“We also provide on-site driver
trainers who are skilled in the
latest training methodologies to
constantly instil the importance of
safety regulations. These trainers
accompany drivers on ad hoc
trips to observe their driving and to
ensure that they conform to safety
and road regulations.”
Driver fatigue is one of the
greatest challenges faced by
South African truck drivers. Many
logistics firms struggle to fill their
quota of drivers, which often forces
managers to demand longer
working hours from them, resulting in
fatigue. It also means they cannot
be taken off their shift for necessary
refresher training.
“Fatigue affects truck driver
competency in various ways, from
slowed reaction times to lack
of concentration. This is why we
are so adamant that our drivers
take regular breaks and get the
necessary rest when they are on
long trips. Our truck driver training
therefore also includes the basics of
safety regulations,” says Maré.
He concludes that less fatigue
and fewer accidents will result
in a decline in delays, increased
productivity, and an improved
bottom line. These assist companies
to improve their operating costs
and enhance their reputation
among customers. CLA
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