The
increasing road safety issues involving buses and trucks led to the
implementation of the Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
driver standard across Europe in 2008. Today, it has grown into a
highly respected set of standards that is quickly changing the face
of European roads. Here are some of the benefits it offers European
countries promoting CPC compliance.
Fewer
Accidents
Studies
show that around 80 percent of cases of road traffic collisions are
caused by driver error. Because of this insurance premiums increase
and businesses are interrupted. If drivers will undergo proper
training and obtain a CPC before being fully licensed to drive buses
and trucks on major roads, the rate will be reduced along with its
potential repercussions.
Less
Maintenance
Wear
and tear on car tires and the engine can be associated with untoward
driving behavior. Companies that hire drivers that do not have CPC
are more likely to have to perform vehicle maintenance than those
that strictly employ CPC holders for this reason. This is why CPC
plays a major role in reducing freight companies’ upkeep cost and
downtime.
Fuel
Economy and Staff Retention
In
attending training for obtaining CPC, a driver will learn the best
practices that help conserve fuel and energy. Additionally, they will
be taught about existing laws that a lot of reckless drivers violate
intentionally or unintentionally. This way, fewer drivers will be
subject to termination due to constant violations.
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