Fleet Size:
185 prime movers and 500 tankers of various configurations
Vehicle Type:
Kenworth and Volvo 50/50
Key Outcomes:
- Number of crashes and rollovers reduced exponentially since major safety initiatives were introduced in 2009
- Insurance premiums and operating accident costs have declined substantially
- Support from top levels of management was integral to the success of improving safety outcomes
- Investing resources into safety has illustrated benefits in cost savings
- Safety is not a single event, it is a process that is constantly evolving
Synopsis:
After receivers were appointed to the parent company, Pure Logistics, new management focused on safety as the catalyst for turning the company around. This new ‘safety-first’ mindset dramatically reduced time lost to injuries from vehicle incidents, WorkCover claims and insurance premiums, clearly demonstrating that investing in safety makes good business sense.
