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All great points! We implemented a reward system for violation-free months and created a competitive yet friendly environment among our drivers. Seeing their peers being rewarded really motivated everyone to stick to the rules. Plus, we hold monthly meetings to discuss and reinforce the importance of safety standards.

Instead of guessing when your truck needs a check-up, tools like OnCommand tell you the perfect time for maintenance. It’s like your truck tells you when it’s feeling under the weather, so you can fix small issues before they become big problems.

In my experience, random drug tests are essential. Our company uses a third-party service to ensure everything is fair and unbiased. We’ve had a few positive tests over the years, but dealing with them quickly and professionally has reinforced our commitment to safety. It’s tough but necessary for the safety of everyone on the road.

We took a different approach by focusing on driver wellness programs. We realized a lot of violations were due to fatigue. By introducing mandatory rest breaks and providing better sleep facilities at depots, our drivers are less stressed and more alert. It really helped lower our incident rates.

Keeping fleet management software well-maintained ensures that the data it collects and analyzes remains accurate and reliable. This accuracy is crucial for making informed decisions about vehicle maintenance schedules, routes, and load planning, which all contribute to better fleet performance.