COMPANY VEHICLE & SAFE DRIVER
POLICY SCOPE
This policy ensures the safety of employees that drive and those that are
transported in company vehicles or personal vehicles approved for business use.
POLICY DEFINITIONS
All guidelines and provisions in this policy are applicable to company-owned
vehicles as well as employee-owned vehicles used for approved business purposes.
The term "vehicle," includes but is not limited to cars, vans, trucks, etc.
The term “driver” refers to employees with a valid and current Driver’s License who
are authorized to drive vehicles in accordance with state motor vehicle regulations/
limitations.
The term “company business”, “business use”, “approved business purposes”, and
“business purposes” is defined as driving at the direction, or for the benefit, of the
company. It does not include normal commuting to and from work unless
otherwise noted.
The company retains the right to amend or terminate this policy at any time.
POLICY OVERVIEW
The company provides vehicles for appropriate business use as well as reimburses
employees for approved usage of their personal vehicle for business purposes.
Company vehicles are to be driven by authorized employees for approved business
purposes only, except in the case of repair by a licensed mechanic or other
authorized driver. Only authorized passengers can ride in company vehicles and/or
personal vehicles while being used for company business.
Company vehicles are outfitted with GPS devices which capture information
including but not limited to locations driven to, driving habits, and speed which is
monitored consistently and utilized as needed.
It is the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner and to drive
defensively to prevent injuries and property damage. Drivers are responsible for the
security of company vehicles assigned to them. Vehicle engines must be shut off,
ignition keys removed, and vehicle doors locked whenever the vehicle is left
unattended.
Adherence to all applicable state motor vehicle regulations as well as agency and
other regulatory agency policies / guidelines is required always.