Collision Review

Ground Force can review collisions to determine their preventability and non-preventability by evaluating them according to generally accepted principles of defensive driving and collision investigation. The review is based on the facts contained in the documentation provided by your company plus any relevant outside information as it pertains to the specific accident.

The purpose of the review is not to determine who was right or wrong, but whether or not the collision could have been prevented. As a result of this review, Ground Force can recommend and provide training in order to prevent similar collisions from happening in the future.

In order to complete a review of a collision the following information, as available, would be required:

• Collision report
• Photographs from the scene (can be digital)
• Statements from the driver
• Statements from witness's
• Supervisor's summary
• All other related documentation including all driver training provided to the employee involved

CVOR Audit

If you operate commercial vehicles within Ontario you may be subject to an M.T.O. facility audit at some point in the future. The ability to operate can depend upon how well you fare in this process. We will perform a “sample” audit to ensure you are prepared if (or when) an M.T.O. audit occurs.

As an added benefit, you will also be able to use a due diligence defense in some cases if you are charged for an offense if you can prove that you have done all that is reasonably expected to prepare your vehicles and drivers.

The audit will consist of a review of records and documents pertaining to:

Hours of Work

• Log Books / Time Records
• Supporting Documentation

Vehicle Maintenance

• Preventative Maintenance Program
• Prip Inspection Reports
• Records of Repairs

Insurance

• Cargo / Vehicle Liability

The above-mentioned records must be available for review with either yourself or a representative. The audit will also provide you with the opportunity to discuss and review any questions or concerns you may have with respect to legislation affecting the operation of your vehicles.

Safety Programs and Evidence of Performance Monitoring in:

• CVOR Abstract
• Driver License Abstracts
• Collision Reporting
• Company Policy

Documented Evidence of Training in:

• Road Testing
• Hours of Work
• Dangerous Goods Transportation Act
• Load Security
• Pre-Trip Inspection

Equipment Operator Competency Assessment

Motor Grader TrainingPre-training assessment of drivers and/or operators is a vital tool in the Due Diligence process. Ground Force Training Inc. certified trainers document competency in specific categories, skills and sub-skills. Equipment operator competency assessments are task, equipment and location specific to ensure a comprehensive evaluation. This service is important to focus your training program and ensure cost effective training.

Assessments are required for the following reasons

• To Determine Operator Ability Prior to Training or Promotion
• To Establish a Benchmark or Starting Point After a Training Program
• To Determine the Need for Remedial Training After an Incident

Driver Assessments
Driver assessments verify the risk status of drivers. Using a combination of pre-driving checks and onthe- road practical driving sessions Ground Force Training Inc. instructors accurately evaluate driver skills. This culminates in a detailed report incorporating recommendations for remedial action where necessary.

Practical Driver Assessment helps your Organization

• Target 'at risk' drivers for training opportunities to remedy faulty driving
• Reduce the accident rate/vehicle abuse due to faulty driving
• Reduce fleet operating costs through improved driving skills
• Ensure a continual fleet operations improvement plan
• Meet your 'duty of care' obligations under Occupational Health & Safety Act Legislation