Fatigued and drowsy driving is a common cause of fatal vehicle accidents. In Africa, it’s estimated that as many as 60% of truck accidents are due to driver tiredness, and what’s worse is that this has resulted in some of the most fatal crashes we’ve witnessed, causing multiple losses of life.
Fleet safety is only possible through proactive safety measures such as managing driver fatigue. Let’s show you how the latest technology helps mitigate safety risks, such as fatigued driving in your fleet.
Driver fatigue management involves drivers, dispatchers, and managers working together to prevent the risk of fatigued driving in their fleet. It is especially important for long-haul trucking, large truck driving and the frequent night drivers.
Fatigue typically affects drivers' concentration and reduces their ability to respond quickly to hazards while driving because they are mentally and physically tired. It is a threat to all road users when a fatigued driver is behind the wheel because incidents like accidental lane drifting or slow response to a hazard can result in a fatal accident to other road users and pedestrians too. Fortunately, managers can introduce methods and invest in tools that proactively mitigate the risk of fatigued driving yet enhance driver safety and productivity while their fleet is out on the road.
Driver fatigue management involves
To enhance your fleet safety, driver fatigue monitoring can proactively help you address the risks associated with such high-risk driving. Advanced technology and techniques such as camera systems, wearable devices, and even fleet management software are some of the best ways to proactively reduce fatigued driving in your fleet.
If you are still on the fence about why you should introduce driver fatigue monitoring in your fleet, here are some more convincing facts and stats for you.
Many fleet managers and drivers prefer to introduce management methods to avoid driver fatigue, here are a few ideas for improving your fleet safety:
Predicting driver behaviour is crucial to ensuring safe driving in your fleet. Over the years, the advancement of Driver Fatigue Detection (DFD) systems has also increased the accuracy of different monitoring technologies. This method of driver management and fleet safety has become even more reliable and important for fleet managers.
Several technologies are available for DFD, with some systems reporting an over 95% accuracy rate when tested. Here’s how to get started introducing driver fatigue monitoring systems in your fleet.
There are several types of devices available online for quick-order purchase, and some vehicles even come with detecting technology for fatigue monitoring; some of the most popular technologies for you to look out for include:
We’ve discovered that not every quick DFD tool you purchase online will have a high accuracy rate, also, vehicles with integrated DFD technology can be quite expensive. That’s why we’ve designed a nifty gadget with advanced driver assistance features to help you keep your fleet safer.
Driver monitoring systems help improve fleet safety and prevent accidents through real-time monitoring, fatigue and distracted driving detection, driver performance feedback and coaching, data insights, and improved accountability. Let’s dive into the bits and bobs that make our driver management strategy great!
Our SmartCabin Vision camera is an AI-powered dual-vision camera that is both road-facing and in-cabin-facing. This is one of the best solutions for improving the safety and efficiency of drivers and reducing accident risks from fatigued driving.
The SmartCabin cameras features include:
Let’s take an even closer look at our SmartCabin cameras in action within different industries.
Building sites can be very busy, and sometimes companies will hire more than one construction firm or source multiple suppliers and lease different equipment. You can’t afford to have fatigued drivers around construction sites because one small incident can harm workers on site or topple down buildings. Construction companies can enhance safety and efficiency and ensure driver accountability on their different sites with our Vision Camera solutions. Our cameras not only record critical moments leading up to an incident but can also help protect your drivers and company in the event of an accident. As your drivers haul material, lift loads, and use different heavy machinery, you can ensure that your site is safe and keep fatigued drivers away from the steering wheel.
Smart cabin cameras and sensors track your driver's behaviour and alertness while operating heavy machinery or driving around your sites. Here’s why these cameras are an excellent solution for your company:
Beyond SmartCabin vision cameras, we’ve designed even more fleet camera system solutions to ensure further your driver's safety and cargo and vehicle security. You can install up to 16 internal and external cameras for better surveillance and live streaming in your fleet. For example, by installing a camera in your trailer, you can get proof that customers' products were handled correctly or address suspected cargo theft.
If your business is in this industry, then you know that your drivers spend a significant amount of time on the road, sometimes as much as 56 hours per week. Integrating a fleet camera system helps keep your drivers and fleet vehicles safe.
These are the benefits of a camera system in your fleet transporting goods:
Effective driver fatigue management is essential for ensuring fleet safety, and it’s time to put safety first in your fleet. With Our Vision Camera solutions and driver fatigue management solutions, you can empower drivers and fleet managers and assure them safety.
Contact us today for a SmartCabin demo for your fleet management.
Discover how advanced technology and Cartrack’s innovative vision camera solutions can combat driver fatigue, a leading cause of fatal accidents.
