Tag: safety

Think like a thief, tips to protect those things dear to you

Think like a thief, tips to protect those things dear to you

Criminals are always looking for an easy opportunity to take what isn’t theirs. However, on the flip side of their gain, is the loss impact on the victims, which can have profound psychological and financial implications. Even a small incident, where the victim doesn’t come into direct contact with the […]

Coronavirus impact on shipping industry: idle vessels face new risks, Allianz warns

Coronavirus impact on shipping industry: idle vessels face new risks, Allianz warns

Johannesburg/London/Munich/New York/Paris/Sao Paulo/Singapore – Restrictions on supply chains and international travel due to the coronavirus outbreak have serious implications for the maritime industry. Although the threat from the perils ships usually encounter at sea may have reduced in many cases due to an increasing number of vessels waiting at anchorage […]

Vehicle overloading: Don’t put your business at risk!!

Vehicle overloading: Don’t put your business at risk!!

When transporting goods and stock, it seems to make sense to load the vehicle a little more than usual. After all, many people reason, What difference can it really make? If I squeeze some more stuff onto the truck, I’ll maximise the benefit from the trip? Indeed, many people think […]

Volvo Trucks and a Global Campaign to keep Cyclists Safer

Volvo Trucks and a Global Campaign to keep Cyclists Safer

Are you aware of the blind spots around trucks? Do you know how to share roads safely with trucks and cyclists. Volvo Trucks have launched a global Campaign to enhance the safety of cyclists. The inspirational ‘See and be seen’ kit focuses on cyclists in traffic and consists of an Instructor’s […]

Bus Drivers at Intercape undergoing mandatory Breath Testting

Safe fleet, safe business

Second only to people costs, a fleet of vehicles is often one of the biggest operating costs for any business. It is also one of the most prominent representations of a company’s brand. Driver misconduct and vehicle abuse will affect operational costs and how the organisation is perceived. It is […]