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95% of crashes are human error. Are your drivers a business risk? If you employ drivers, you need to think about driver risk. No business, large or small, is immune from its duty of care to spot and reduce risks. Look beyond telematics to fully understand driver behaviour. Our data-driven risk management dynamically profiles drivers for positive interventions. Explore our products and services here ➡️ https://buff.ly/3SRIG1x

New research from National Highways reports there are 59% more fatigue-related deaths and serious injuries on the country’s motorways and major A roads in summer than any other time of the year. In addition, one-in-eight of overnight deaths and serious injuries involved fatigue, more than double the proportion at other times of the day. These accidents are preventable with proper preparation. We are committed to improving road safety by empowering people through education to positively change behaviour. Be safe on UK roads this summer. Read out top tips here ➡️ https://buff.ly/4fUOhxN

It's a bank holiday weekend and a time for BBQs, lazy pub lunches or a day by the seaside. But how many of us will have a refreshing alcoholic drink or two and then need to drive home or depend on a lift home from someone who has been drinking. One in four motorists we surveyed confessed they don’t know the legal drink drive limit and 64% admitted to accepting a lift from someone who has exceeded the legal drink drive limit. Don’t take the risk this summer https://buff.ly/4dqbq9x

Recent Department for Transport (DfT) figures showed that van drivers are the most likely group of drivers to speed in built-up areas and on motorways. With around 4.5 million light commercial vehicles on UK roads, it means approximately two million of them are likely to be speeding in densely populated areas. Proactively intervene in your risky drivers. Find out more about our Driver Risk Assessments here https://buff.ly/3SXIrSx

The most recent figures from the Department for Transport (DfT) estimate 300 people were killed in crashes involving at least one driver over the legal alcohol limit in 2022. That is up from 260 the previous year and is the highest annual total since 2009 when 380 deaths were recorded. Don’t take the risk and become another statistic. We are committed to supporting drink driver rehabilitation. Visit our website to find out more https://buff.ly/4dqbq9x

Not one for the road, NONE for the road!

Our Continuum mobile app is your driver’s new best friend. It’s a simple and cost-effective way to positively influence driver behaviour, act faster on vehicle defects and optionally track journeys to streamline expense reporting.

Benefits:
✅ Reduces expense claims with accurate, hassle-free mileage tracking
✅ Improves safety with optimised roadworthiness checks
✅ Reduces vehicle servicing downtime
✅ Reduces risk even further with enhanced telematics

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Did you know you can reduce your driving ban by up to 25% with TTC? People convicted of drink driving in the UK can expect a driving ban of at least 12 months. However, if a defendant voluntarily offers to take an approved rehabilitation course, the court may consider reducing the duration. Successfully completing a TTC course could reduce the length of your ban by a quarter. For example, taking a 12-month ban down to 9 months. Enquire about our drink drive courses here – online or classroom venues available.

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☀️ 🚗 Here comes the sun! Driving in the heat can pose unexpected challenges. Yet with foresight and preparation, you can enjoy your summer driving, safely and in comfort. Take a look at some of our driving tips from avoiding driver fatigue to coping with glare from the sun, particularly under clear skies at dawn or dusk https://buff.ly/3WyW7Er

Police patrolling the M6 in National Highways’ unmarked HGV cabs caught hundreds of drivers committing offences during a week of action in June. One motorist was captured driving along the M40 with a phone in her hand and using the laptop next to her. Consequences for drivers ranged from warnings to fixed penalty notices, court summons or arrest. To mitigate against dangerous driving, driver training is an essential tool to reduce risk, helping drivers make informed driving decisions and stay safe on the road. As well as driver workshops and on road training, we provide flexible, accessible e-learning courses. Visit here for more information https://buff.ly/3KWAsAV

With the Olympics in full swing, Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) children at South Liverpool’s Honey Pot Nursery Group Ltd are simply buzzing about the chance to take a Balanceability course, which will get them bike ready, using balance bikes. You can read the full story here https://buff.ly/4dsERYm

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Oddi wrth bob un ohonom yn TTC , dymunwn Eisteddfod 2024 hyfryd a phleserus i chi. I gefnogi digwyddiad mwy cynaliadwy, rydym yn eich Annog i ddefnyddio trafnidiaeth gyhoeddus ar gyfer eich taith. Os byddwch yn dewis gyrru gwnewch yn siŵr eich bod yn gadael digon o amser i gyrraedd yn ddiogel ac ar amser. Mwynhewch wythnos wych yn dathlu treftadaeth ddiwylliannol gyfoethog Cymru!

From all of us at TTC, we wish you a wonderful and enjoyable Eisteddfod 2024. To support a more sustainable event, we encourage you to make use of public transport for your journey. If you do choose to drive, please ensure you leave plenty of time to arrive safely and on schedule. Have a fantastic week celebrating Wales rich cultural heritage!’



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Did you know…
…we have been injecting innovation into road safety since 1993 when we piloted the UK’s first ever government-backed rehabilitation scheme for drink-drivers. We remain the scheme’s largest and only UK-wide provider and are now piloting drug drive education too. We are also the only provider of official courses for drink drive offenders in Northern Ireland. Find out more here https://buff.ly/4dqbq9x

We have bid a fond farewell to two of our longstanding NDORS trainers, Sue Duncan and Graham Munday from Devon and Cornwall, who have both retired this month.

Their contributions to road safety and driver education have been instrumental since the inception of the NDORS Scheme. Graham Munday, known for his pioneering spirit, was one of the first trainers to return to the classroom after the COVID-19 lockdown. His efforts ensured that our clients had the option to attend in-person courses, a testament to his belief in providing choice to clients. Sue Duncan has been a dedicated advocate for road safety and driver training, helping support the many clients and other trainers over the years. Beyond her role in the scheme, she has significantly contributed to the broader driver training community through her active participation in the Approved Driving Instructors (ADI) National Joint Council, where she serves as the secretary.

The TTC family and Devon and Cornwall NDORS panel wish you a very happy retirement.

Have you yet to complete your training if your driver qualification card (DQC) is due to expire this September? Knowing how many hours you have left, which courses are best to do and why there are so many drivers with cards running out at the same time can be confusing.

To help answer all of these questions, the DVSA spoke to Bob Hannigan, Head of National Standards and Accreditation at DVSA, who has shared his thoughts in its latest blog post on Driver CPC training.

TTC is an approved DVSA training centre for Driver CPC periodic training with over 50 hours of engaging training options to choose from. Pay-per-place online courses are available seven days a week and at weekends, so you never need to miss your DQC expiry date.

Or you can pick and mix any of our interactive modules and create your own private bespoke online or in-person course for your staff.

There’s a 10% discount if you book 5 places or more. Find out more here https://buff.ly/4dds8cY

New figures from the Department of Transport have worryingly revealed that drink-drive deaths on Britain’s roads have reached a 13-year high. An estimated 300 people were killed in crashes involving a drink-driver last year and a further 6500 were injured in drink-drive crashes. These statistics are alarming, but figures confirm that reoffending by those who have been convicted and then undertaken a court-referred drink-drive course have remained static over the last decade. Proactive rehabilitation saves lives. Find out more about our courses here https://buff.ly/3y9lVPB

Introducing you to TTC Trainer, Teresa Mahon, who is possibly our biggest advocate for choosing a training career with us. She told us it’s an amazing job, with no two days the same and says the most rewarding part is seeing people’s changing attitudes towards road safety. It’s not just the job that sets TTC apart. Teresa experienced a devasting event in her life, but she says, the kindness and support from colleagues across the business, at every level, was amazing and it’s a privilege to be part of the TTC family. Hear her story here https://buff.ly/4d7GJWc

Get to know our new (or not so new) CEO, David Marsh, who joined us earlier this year. David is this month’s Fleet15 guest, featured in FleetWorld, page 6. Visit https://buff.ly/4dgAzDz

To find out more about where David joined us from and the experience he brings to TTC read the full news story here https://buff.ly/3YcYHT6

The latest BVRLA Road to Zero report is out and the picture isn’t looking rosy, particularly when it comes to electric van challenges. If you are transitioning to an EV commercial fleet, we can help you make the switch with our virtual and classroom workshops for your employees. Designed to reduce driver risk, reduce your carbon footprint and ensure you have legal road users for Cat B licence holders, our courses are designed to meet your compliance and regulatory needs.

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TTC Electric Familiarisation Workshop - https://buff.ly/3WiIWr6

BVRLA Road to Zero report here ➡️ https://buff.ly/3W86ajK

We are delighted to confirm we have been shortlisted in the UK Fleet Champion Awards 2024 in the Fleet Safety Partnership category. Our entry showcases our partnership with Willmott Dixon, which is dedicated to improving driver safety through end-to-end risk management and training innovation.

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Latest figures from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) show a rise in the number of work-related fatalities. The common causes of fatal accidents to workers are being struck by a moving vehicle, struck by a moving object and falling from heights. Between them they accounted for around 70% of fatal injuries to workers in 2023/24. These stark figures demonstrate the need for quality training to help ensure that construction and infrastructure workers across the nation can operate safely and competently. TTC’s Synergie Training offers effective, accredited training for the construction and infrastructure sectors. Find out more here https://buff.ly/4cHwQyP

The ‘New Vehicle General Safety Regulation’ came into effect on Sunday 7 July 2024, mandating a range of technical safety features be fitted to new cars as standard within the EU and Northern Ireland. These include intelligent speed assistance, autonomous emergency braking, driver drowsiness and attention warning and emergency lane-keeping systems. Whilst not mandated in Britain yet, it is worth reminding fleets and drivers that the technology can sometimes misread speed limits or misapply them over a stretch of road and technology can't be blamed for a speeding offence. For more information about our fleet driver management solutions visit https://buff.ly/3VZlMWz

🎥 Introducing you to Lauraine Ross, one of our dedicated trainers, in our latest exclusive video testimonial! Discover how she became a trainer at TTC after being invited by a colleague already working for us, how much she has learnt herself to deliver our courses and her passion for influencing and motivating people to be safe on our roads. Watch the full video here! https://buff.ly/45W0ZrA

July sees the launch of a summertime drink drug drive campaign coordinated by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) and National Roads Policing Operations and Intelligence (NRPOII). It is the first campaign they have coordinated during the summer and follows the successful initiative Operation Limit – the Christmas crackdown on drink drug drivers, which resulted in 56,000 drink and drug tests being conducted at the roadside and over 6,600 arrests. However, prevention is better than cure. Our Interactive Workshop Driving Impairment, for anyone who drives for work, explores the effects and consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Crucially it proactively motivates behaviour change to safeguard a company’s reputation. Get in touch with us here to find out more here https://buff.ly/4cQTrsh

Is your business driving into trouble? Whether you have one staff member or 1,000, driver and vehicle compliance is not something your business can leave to chance. The financial and reputational implications of letting an employee drive illegally can be severe. The 1988 Road Traffic Act makes you liable if you encourage or permit an employee to drive without the correct licence, with further legal requirements for defective vehicles, or not having an MOT or business insurance. With TTC, you get peace of mind. We verify all your drivers’ licences, check owner-drivers are insured for business and make sure grey fleet vehicles are taxed and roadworthy, so you don’t have to. Explore our compliance products here https://buff.ly/3xXhcjC

We recently introduced you to Balanceability, part of the TTC Group and the UK’s first afPE Approved Learn to Cycle programme for children aged 2½ years and upwards. Just 2% of cyclists we surveyed said they learnt to ride at school, even though the majority said they learnt to ride when they were school age. 55% of survey respondents said they were taught by their dad . Who taught you?

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Casualties in relation to drug-driving have increased by a staggering 260% in the past 12 years. In response to this accelerating problem, we have launched a new online workshop to help businesses proactively educate employees on the risks of drug-driving, both recreational and prescribed.

The 3.5-hour workshop covers the impact of prescribed medication, such as painkillers and the three main types of drugs and explores their effects on driving and the use of machinery. It also covers common signs of drug use, police powers to stop drug-driving including roadside testing, and the law relating to drug-driving.

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Whilst we pride ourselves on building partnerships that significantly improve driver safety and reduce fleet emissions, enhancing efficiencies that bring significant financial savings is a welcome added benefit for our clients.

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Fleet operators and commercial drivers take note! The British Medical Association (BMA) has said it will lobby the next government to reduce the drink-drive limit by nearly half for most people to 50mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood, or 0.05%, and to 20mg for new and commercial drivers. This comes as alcohol and drug-related deaths are at a record high. Our mantra has and always will be “NONE for the road”.

Our drugs and alcohol eLearning and Driver CPC training will help businesses and vocational drivers understand how alcohol, recreational and prescribed drugs can impair driving performance.

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Driver eLearning - Fleet & Driver Management Targeted, tailored eLearning and road safety videos to develop safer on-road behaviours.

Whilst our driver compliance and training capabilities are widely recognised by many of today’s leading businesses, did you know our services extend wider to improve the well-being and safety of all road users including cyclists? Balanceability, part of the TTC Group, partners with nurseries and primary schools across the country to get children bike-ready.

Find out more about the importance of the physical benefits of cycling for children as young as 2½ years old and how schools play such a vital role
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Don't miss Sharon Haynes' insightful opinion on tackling drug and alcohol misuse in the workplace.

Engage your staff, implement proactive policies, and safeguard your business.

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