
Excelsior Coaches implements SAFED (Safe and Fuel Efficient Driving) into its driver training programme for 2010 Behind every great coach is an exceptional team!
Excelsior Coaches driver development programme is a feature of its commitment to achieve reductions in their fuel spend, carbon emissions and accident rates.
SAFED (Safe and Fuel Efficient Driving) is a driver development course that aims to help businesses and organisations reduce fuel and maintenance costs, reduce CO2 emissions and improve safety through the enhancement of driving techniques.
SAFED is a one-day, off-the-job driver training programme that aims to improve safe and fuel efficient driving techniques of commercial vehicle drivers. It involves a mix of classroom and on the road tuition and each driver is assessed on their driving techniques and knowledge. The course includes a 'before and after' comparison of driver performance and indicates the MPG improvement achieved by each driver. By undertaking the training, drivers can also help reduce their risk of accidents and gain a better understanding of the thought processes involved in reading the traffic and road conditions ahead while driving smoothly, safely and economically.
SAFED training was originally created for drivers of Lorries and was launched in the Bus and Coach Industry in 2009. By the end of March, Excelsior will see 20 of its drivers complete the training.
Managing Director of Excelsior Coaches Kathy Tilbury says "We have been working with an experienced in house trainer to carry out the SAFED training and we have seen some exceptional improvements with regards to fuel efficiency. This type of training is in-valuable to a business of our size and boasts a number of benefits. We are committed to offering our staff members the best training out there!"
For further details please contact
Contact: Kathy Tilbury or Louise Wakeley
Excelsior Coaches Ltd
Central Business Park
Bournemouth
BH1 3SJ
Tel 01202 652220
Excelsior Coaches Limited. Central Business Park, Bournemouth BH1 3SJ
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