Trucking Safety S is for the Safe Driver
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Trucking Safety: S is for the Safe Driver
Summary:
Trucking companies have successfully reduced accidents, costs, workers' compensation claims, and employee turnover by hiring safe drivers.
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Keywords: trucking safety, truck driver safety, truck driver hiring, hiring safe drivers, safestat, safe driving evaluations
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Article:
Have you ever wondered why some drivers seem accident-prone while others never cause incidents? Would you like to ensure you're hiring the safest drivers? Research indicates that assessing the behavioral style and attitudes of driver applicants can predict their likelihood of causing future accidents.
A behavioral assessment evaluates a person’s typical behavior in four key areas: Dominant (D), Influencing (I), Steadiness (S), and Cautious/Compliant (C).
- D factor: How drivers handle problems and challenges.
- I factor: Their interactions and influence with others.
- S factor: Their response to the environment's pace.
- C factor: Their adherence to company and federal rules.
The DISC assessment scores applicants from 0% to 100% in each factor. Scores above 50% are considered high, indicating a more intense behavior, while scores below are low. This article focuses on the S factor.
Research reveals that the safest drivers score high in the S factor. Why is this?
Individuals with a Core S style are steady, reliable, patient, and mild-mannered. They genuinely care about serving others and are inherently safety-conscious, as their primary psychological need is safety and security.
Drivers with a high S factor can sit for long periods without becoming restless or stressed, maintaining steady progress on the road. They tend to experience less boredom and fatigue compared to those with a low S score.
Conversely, drivers with a low S factor are usually more active, restless, and stress-prone if stationary for extended periods. They require more frequent breaks, drive faster, and get distracted easily.
Trucking companies hiring drivers with high S factors have seen reductions in accidents, costs, workers' compensation claims, and turnover. These are the drivers you want to hire and keep.
An ideal driver combines high S and high C behavioral styles, ensuring cautiousness and compliance with high standards. Watch for my next article on the Core C driver.
© 2006 Annette Estes. All Rights Reserved. Permission to reprint granted as long as the entire text and tagline are included.
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