“Unlike other workplaces, the roadway is not a closed environment. Preventing work-related roadway incidents requires a combination of traffic safety principles and sound safety management practices,” said Doug Parker, assistant secretary for OSHA, in a statement. “By collaborating with the National Safety Council and the Road to Zero Coalition, we can promote safe driving policies to prevent needless tragedies.”

“The most dangerous thing a person can do on the job is get in a vehicle,” said Lorraine Martin, NSC president and CEO, and chair of the Road to Zero Coalition, in a statement. “That’s what makes this partnership so critical. By joining Road to Zero, OSHA strengthens our ability to protect workers both on and off the job. Together, we can create safer roads for everyone – whether they are driving for work or sharing the roads with those who do.”

OSHA’s Motor Vehicle Safety webpage offers guidance for employers on developing written policies and procedures for workplace vehicle safety. These include topics such as vehicle maintenance, seat belt use, and preventing distracted, drowsy and impaired driving. The webpage also emphasizes the importance of involving drivers in creating and refining safety programs, as their firsthand knowledge can help identify and address potential hazards.