Motorcycle Safety for Your Employees: Tips for Your Business Especially in South East Asia (SEA)

Moreover, the data from insurance information institute (III) shows that, in 2020, the motorcyclist fatality rate is significantly increasing. It’s 6 times greater than the fatality rate by passenger cars, and 10 times greater than the fatality rate by light trucks. The most occurring time for motorcyclists accidents is 3 pm to 6 pm on weekdays, which is the after-work period.

This indicates the importance for your business to encourage safe riding practices amongst employees, especially the ones who ride for your company. If a riding accident or crash results in death or serious injury, it could have a huge impact on your company.

You might have to hire additional employees to replace those who were injured or killed. You may also end up paying for their families’ medical bills or death benefits. And some employees who were involved in accidents might decide to file a lawsuit against your business for negligence.

If your employees are riding their motorcycles to and from work, ask them to install safety features on their vehicles such as helmets with built-in Bluetooth technology to make it easier for riders to use their phones.

You can also encourage your employees to install a GPS device on their motorcycles. This will allow your employees to track their trips and drive times, so they won’t be late for work due to traffic issues.

With the new AI technology, you can get the same results as you get from a GPS device but no installation or additional device needed — just a smartphone application such as “Drive Safe”.

There are many organizations, such as the Motorcycle Safety Foundation and the American Automobile Association, that offer free courses for both new or experienced riders. These courses cover topics such as riding in different conditions, how to avoid crashes, and how to deal with specific road hazards.

You may need to provide additional training for your employees who ride motorcycles. At the very least, share these tips with your employees to help them be safer on the road.

Employees are one of the most important assets for your business. As an employer, you can help them by encouraging them to install safety features on motorcycles, and providing courses, training, and seminars regarding motorcycle safety. Doing so can help prevent injuries and fatalities, reduce insurance premiums and protect your business from costly lawsuits and medical expenses.