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Safe and efficient driving

People who drive vehicles as part of their jobs need to be aware of a number of important safety and efficiency issues. As a minimum they must comply with all road rules and be vigilant in identifying and preventing fatigue. There are also requirements for the number of hours they can work and the records they need to keep.

Work time and logbook requirements

The requirements for keeping records on the hours drivers work and managing their workloads to prevent fatigue.
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Complying with road rules

To drive on public roads all drivers must have a valid driver licence and obey all the road rules. Some drivers also need special licence endorsement.
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Safe and Fuel Efficient Driving New Zealand (SAFED NZ)

Safe and Fuel Efficient Driving New Zealand (SAFED NZ) is a driver development course for truck, bus and coach drivers. There are two separate courses - one for truck drivers and one for bus and coach drivers.
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Identifying and preventing driver fatigue

The steps you can take to identify and prevent fatigue to ensure your drivers are safe on the road.
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Alternative fatigue management scheme (AFMS)

An alternative fatigue management scheme (AFMS) is a risk management scheme that, once approved by the NZ Transport Agency (the Agency) allows commercial operators greater flexibility in their operations.
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Employing drivers?

  • Check their licence status with TORO.