For the past 30 years, the National Safety Council (NSC) has declared June as National Safety Month. The council, which supports the transportation industry at large, provides free and accessible resources aimed at promoting and maintaining safe driving on the road.
While roadside incidents and vehicle malfunctions are unpredictable, one area of focus for the council is technology and solutions that support fleets and professional drivers with their safe driving goals. One solution, camera video monitoring, allows companies to receive real-time reports when incidents occur, as well as monitor driver behavior. This allows companies to gain an accurate understanding of what really happened during an incident or event, improve fleet safety and maintain the safety of others on the road.
In this blog, MICHELIN Connected Fleet outlines the key benefits of camera monitoring, including increased safety in a cost-effective manner, visibility into driving behavior, incident management and vehicle maintenance.
Using cameras to monitor driving behavior allows fleet managers to ensure that their drivers are keeping themselves and others on the roads safe. This includes refraining from aggressive driving, harsh braking, and speeding. Approximately 87 percent of truck incidents are caused by human behavior, and the usage of cameras allows managers to monitor driver performance and take action accordingly.
Additionally, the development of AI-powered cameras allows for AI algorithms to analyze driver footage to ensure safe driving by monitoring cell phone use, fatigue and distracted driving. This information can also be used to train future drivers.
Cameras built for fleets can alert managers in real time when an incident occurs, allowing them to determine the location of the incident, what time it took place and factors that led to this specific event. Fleet cameras also allow drivers to alert management in the case of an incident. This allows for emergency services to be notified quickly, ensuring the safety of those involved and those on the road.
Moreover, video monitoring can help ensure that your drivers are following both local and federal regulations, which can help avoid costly fines and legal issues.
Video monitoring can also help to detect early signs of maintenance issues, such as smoke or unusual vibrations. Footage should be regularly reviewed before and after trips to ensure your vehicle is functioning properly. This allows the issue to be fixed before it escalates to a more serious problem, endangering your drivers and others on the road. The footage can be used to help diagnose future issues and support the training of new mechanics.
Taking care of your fleet and your drivers is no simple task. During this year’s National Safety Month, take the time to educate your drivers on the importance of fleet cameras, emphasizing their role in supporting vehicle and driver safety. MICHELIN Connected Fleet can provide you with the right camera technology that puts safety first. Contact us today to learn more about our camera monitoring solutions.