The best way to attract and encourage safety practices within an organization begins with a top-down approach, according to Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle.
“As a driver, you make your living off your license to drive a tractor-trailer, so it’s critical to make sure it’s in a good standing,” said Robert Kaferle, vice president of safety at Reliance Partners.
Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle stresses the importance of continual training because no one knows everything — no matter how long you’ve been in the industry.
“Violations that occur as a result of an accident are not supposed to count toward your CSA score,” says Reliance Partners executive Robert Kaferle.
“You can’t challenge a piece of missing information that’s required; it’s either there or it’s not.”
Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle details the gear every trucker should have to survive an emergency situation this winter.
Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle explains why it’s important to bring your driver and dispatcher together more often.
Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle dives into FMCA’s DataQs system, what it is and why you should be eager to use it.
Consider your safety program as a rocket engine. How it’s designed and implemented is crucial.
Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle describes simple ways fleets can derive savings.
Poor driving is often a reflection of management. So when fatal accidents occur, it’s not just drivers with blood on their hands.
Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle dives into SMS scores and the BASICs that determine them.
Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle and Brian Runnels urge drivers to stay focused on the road, practice defensive driving and resist distractions no matter how insignificant they seem.
Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle explains that you’ve got to do some digging to identify your safety risks.
Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels and Robert Kaferle discuss ways to avoid unnecessary stresses with proper planning.
Driving a big rig isn’t a vacation, nor is it as flexible as one would expect — there’s a job to do.
Reliance Partners’ Safety Team is set to roll out a Trucking 101 series to tackle the skills every trucker should know but hasn’t been taught.
Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle and Brian Runnels share what they’re thankful for this year, highlighting the many qualities that make the trucking industry great.
Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle shares a few ways for fleets to retain their experienced workforce.
Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels and Robert Kaferle spotlight blind spots to expose their hidden dangers.
Brian Runnels and Robert Kaferle lead Reliance Partners’ revamped loss control and safety services team.
Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle reveals how common it is for companies not to have rules in writing. No wonder driver safety remains a heated issue.
Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle says that successful safety cultures empower all employees to voice concerns and offer solutions.
Reliance Partners Director of Safety Robert Kaferle explains the importance of proactive safety amid a high-risk environment.
“A lot of carriers kind of look the other way,” Reliance Partners’ Robert Kaferle said. “I’ve heard it more times than I can count, ‘They’re a really good driver,’ but upon digging into their history and violations, you may find that they’re in need of some retraining.”
Reliance Partners Director of Safety Robert Kaferle makes it clear that safety consulting in most cases helps rather than hurts premiums.
