Guidelines on technology in cars December 1st 2006 The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents has issued new guidelines to ensure technology in company vehicles is used to improve safety and not to put drivers in danger. The document – Driving for Work: Vehicle Technology covers such things as satellite navigation systems, speed warning devices, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot information systems, electronic braking and stability systems and black boxes. The RoSPA guidance will help employers to implement policies so that the benefits and risks of providing technology in company vehicles are properly assessed, staff are trained in its correct use, and its effects are monitored. More articles from RoSPA: |