The FORS Standard version 7.1
Everything you need to become FORS accredited
3.3 Drivers
Requirements
D1 Licensing
To verify that all drivers hold a valid licence for the category and type of vehicle they are tasked to drive and manage any risks associated with endorsements or restrictions.
D2 Driving standards
To require all drivers to have knowledge of and comply with the rules of the road.
D3 Staff induction
To inform drivers and other staff involved in the fleet operation of the fleet operation policies, procedures and FORS accreditation, from the start of their employment.
D4 Professional development
To professionally develop drivers and all other staff involved in the fleet operation, through progressive FORS Professional Development.
D5 In-vehicle communication
To not cause or permit a driver to use a hand-held mobile phone or any other handheld communication device while driving.
D6 Health and eyesight
To manage drivers’ working time and driving hours.
D7 Working time and drivers’ hours
To manage drivers’ working time and driving hours.
Resources for Bronze
Resources marked with a padlock require a FORS account.
Guides
- Bronze audit checklist (PDF)
- Bronze audit question set (PDF)
- Bronze audit toolkit (login required)
- Toolkits and guides
- FORS Driver Handbook policy packs
Training records
- Bronze training requirements
- FORS Professional Training Register (login required)
- FORS Training Dashboard (login required)