Managing Fleet Risk with MVR Scores
Do you really know which drivers in your fleet are putting your business at risk? Monitoring driving records can feel overwhelming, but MVR scores simplify everything.
MVR scores remove the guesswork to offer a clear way to see who’s driving safely and who might need more oversight. If you’re not using MVR scores yet, you’re missing out on a critical tool that helps you safeguard your fleet, lower insurance costs, and meet compliance standards.
Keep reading to learn how to apply MVR scores and strategies to mitigate driver risk.
What Are MVR Scores?
An MVR score is a safety metric that enables managers to evaluate driver performance. Employees are categorized and scored based on their driving history and risk level. This provides managers with a quick view of which drivers are safe and which ones might need more training, monitoring, and, if necessary, termination.
High-risk drivers increase the likelihood of accidents, legal liabilities, and insurance claims, which can be costly for your business. MVR scores help you pinpoint drivers who violate your risk tolerance, allowing you to take corrective actions before incidents occur. Additionally, MVR scores can help ensure that drivers meet and exceed FMCSA standards, reducing the risk of non-compliance and penalties.
Insurance companies often use MVR scores to assess the risk level of a fleet. By maintaining a roster of low-risk drivers, you can negotiate better insurance rates, saving your business money.
Identifying Drivers Who Violate Your Risk Tolerance
To manage your fleet effectively, it’s crucial to establish a clear driver-vehicle policy. This policy should define what constitutes a low-, medium-, or high-risk driver based on your organization’s standards. Then, use this policy to identify drivers who exceed your risk level.
At Embark Safety, we simplify the process of reviewing driving records. Our MVR Monitoring platform automatically color-codes your employees’ MVRs, giving you a clear picture of their driving status. Drivers with a green score indicate they have a clean driving record with no violations. Drivers with a yellow score have at least one conviction or incident. Employees in red are not legal to operate a vehicle and indicate they have invalid or suspended licenses.
We understand not all driver violations carry the same weight, which is why our technology gives you the flexibility to rescore yellow drivers based on your company’s specific criteria and risk tolerance.
*Here are some examples of scoring customizations:
- A driver who has a combination of a minor accident and a traffic violation could be placed on “probation” score.
- An employee with a distracted driving incident (e.g., using a cell phone while driving) could be placed under a “need training” score.
- A driver who has accumulated several minor violations (e.g., two speeding tickets) within a short period (such as 12 months) could be classified as “high-risk.”
*Each company should consider its own policies and risk management strategies when implementing MVR scores.
Taking Action: Strategies to Address High-Risk Drivers
MVR scores are a powerful tool for managing fleet risk. They provide a clear snapshot of driver history enabling you to take informed actions on those who fall under specific scores. Below are some key steps you can follow to help mitigate driver risk:
- Regular Monitoring and Review: Utilize MVR Monitoring technology to continuously track driving record changes and scores to ensure drivers meet company safety standards.
- Targeted Training Programs: Implement targeted training programs for drivers who fall into the yellow or red category. Focus on areas where they have had infractions, such as defensive driving techniques or traffic law refreshers, to help them improve their skills and lower their risk profile.
- Enforcement of a Zero-Tolerance Policy: For red-score drivers, enforce a zero-tolerance policy. Consider implementing corrective action plans or reassignment to non-driving roles, and if necessary, termination. This approach sends a clear message about your commitment to safety and compliance.
Simplified Driving Record Check
At Embark Safety, we help organizations streamline the review and evaluation of driving records. Our MVR Monitoring platform provides continuous, automated updates on driving records and scores, making it easier to stay on top of potential risks and ensure compliance with safety standards.
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*We are not lawyers. Consult with your legal counsel to ensure your processes and procedures meet/ or exceed safety standards and compliance regulations. Please read our legal disclaimer.
