In the past, there was no specific guidance beyond leaving at least as much room as you would when overtaking a car. One particularly concerning finding was that 80 per cent of drivers believe they only need to leave a 50cm gap between their car and a cyclist when overtaking. "It's a real concern that many drivers could be making illegal driving decisions, completely unaware." While many of us think we are perfectly safe and good drivers, not knowing the latest regulations puts us, and others, at risk. People were also confused as to whether it is mandatory to display a warning sign when charging an electric vehicle.Ĭarolyn Hector, Director of Marketing, Brand and Product Development at Age Co, said: "We conducted this research to uncover drivers' knowledge of the new Highway Code. The Highway Code is advisory and cannot lead to drivers being fined, although they can be held responsible for breaking laws on reckless or dangerous driving. Age Co said the results were "concerning", considering 75 per cent of people drive multiple times a week - some even daily. It was found that only one in 10 UK motorists would have enough knowledge to pass their theory test if they were to take it now. READ MORE: Autumn warning for drivers as conker season arrives This means they may not be aware of important rules, such as the Dutch Reach rule, whereby drivers and passengers should open car doors from the inside with their opposite hand, forcing them to turn their body and therefore see any oncoming cars or bikes. While one in five admitted to not having revised the code at all since they passed their test, the Express reports. Research by Age Co found that only 22 per cent of drivers over the age of 55 have read the Highway Code since it was last revised earlier this year. The code has been updated this year with new safety advice, but a large number of people have admitted to not reading it. This position will report into the Vice President of Fleet Operations.Many drivers, especially those that are more experienced, are unaware of a number of important changes made to the Highway Code, new research has shown.Proficient using computer programs with spread sheets, word processing, and presentations.3+ years managing, training, and leading others.Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.Manage an area oflocations to ensure compliance with Fleet Operations.Obtain a CDL within 180 days of employment.Seek out industry best practices and effective methods to achieve incident prevention and DOT compliance.Assist in development of policies and guidelines.Develop and lead training events for management and drivers.Identify tasks to achieve assigned goals.Conduct accident investigations, document root cause analysis, follow up, ensure adherence to FMCSA regulation.Remain current on DOT regulations fleet and drivers ensuring compliance with safety, HOS, maintenance, Driver Qualification, controlled substance and alcohol.Compile and analyze data producing reports and make recommendations to enhance safe fleet operations. Provide guidance and direction of fleet operations policies and programs ensuring compliance with DOT and FMCSA safety regulations. Responsible for an assigned area of operations, ensuring compliance to Fleet Operations. Area Manager (Fleet Operations) -HC Transport a subsidiary of Home City Ice
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