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Safety policies listed in Essential Energy ’ s SharePoint policy library are updated monthly and communicated via newsletters . Driving and fleet-related policies are reviewed biannually , or as needed . An integrated organisational structure facilitates cooperation across departments , using the TotalSAFE tool to manage work-related risk and safety effectively .
The company leverages Oracle Maintenance Cloud and the Fleet Inspection Audit app for asset management , supporting their entire roadgoing fleet with an IVMS l providing accident data reconstruction , and the ability for drivers to access reports on their own driving behaviour and fatigue . This approach empowers leaders to have data-driven conversations regarding driving behaviour . Since implementing the IVMS system , Essential Energy has observed a steady reduction in vehicle incidents , increased preoperational inspection compliance , and improved maintenance control over assets .
The IVMS , FIAS , and OMC systems have provided numerous benefits such as the ability to immediately assist a vehicle in duress , accident reconstruction , and crisis event map overlays . These innovative tools have led to an overall reduction in asset performance scores and
asset health-related incidents . The accident rate per million kilometres has impressively dropped to . 00000003 , and the accident rate per 100 vehicles has been reduced to . 05 .
Essential Energy is open to sharing its learnings from implementing an IVMS system with fleet managers and organisations seeking guidance on similar challenges . This collaborative spirit , combined with Essential Energy ’ s innovative approach and strong safety culture , underscores why they are deserving winners of the AfMA 2023 Fleet Safety Award .
Congratulations to everyone at Essential Energy for their achievements and continued commitment to safety .
AfMA wishes to extend their warm thanks to the 2023 Fleet Safety Award sponsors , Teletrac Navman and Innovation Group , for their invaluable support . Additionally , we are grateful to everyone who submitted nominations for this year ’ s awards and to those who joined us last night in applauding the winners ! We eagerly await the opportunity to see you all again in 2024 .
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