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  #1 Kanstrup Lancaster on 19 Sep 13

   

  Safety analysis shows drivers' behavioral types and attitudes are a greater predictor of safe driving practices than their level of safety instruction. A 1993 study conducted by Behavioral-Values Study Associates showed considerable behavior and attitude differences among injured and non-injured workers.
  
  Trucking businesses that acquire this information to pre-screen driver applicants have substantially reduced their accident rates, fees, workers' comp claims, and have elevated driver retention.
  
  A behavioral assessment measures a driver's regular behavior in 4 places: D (Dominant), I (Influencing), S (Steadiness), and C (Cautious, Compliant to Standards).
  
  The D factor determines how drivers tend to manage problems and challenges, the I aspect looks at their interactions and influence with other individuals, the S at how they respond to the pace of the environment, and the C at how they respond to guidelines and regulations set by others.
  
  A DISC behavioral assessment shows how the applicant ranks in each of the 4 elements from % to 100%. Above 50% is thought of high, below 50% is low. The greater or lower the ranking, the more intense the behavior will be. In this post, we'll appear at the highs and lows of the Core I driver.
  
  The BVRA study showed significant differences in the D, S, and C types of the injured versus non-injured safety workers. But there wasn't a marked distinction in the I factor between the two groups. Nonetheless, I advocate trucking firms employ drivers who are low in the I style. Here's the cause why.
  
  Drivers who score highest in the Influencing issue tend to be talkative, sociable, friendly, and outgoing. They get distracted effortlessly specially when other individuals are involved. They will get bored on extended hauls with no 1 to speak to. Visit fitzgeraldphoto.com.au/ to compare the inner workings of it. They may possibly take extended breaks if they get into a lively conversation with someone.
  
  Drivers with a low I issue are the opposite. They're introverted and shy away from others. They'll be content material on a long driver exactly where they do not have to interact with people. They are in a position to spend much more focused attention to their driving.
  
  However, a single of our trucking company clients desires its drivers to be somewhat, but not really, high in the I aspect due to the fact they are needed to interact regularly with their customers. The company want drivers who are friendly and can relate effectively with others.
  
  If you feel getting lively and likable is crucial for your drivers, then employ applicants with an I ranking above the mid line. Otherwise, select those low in the I behavioral style.
  
  Watch for upcoming articles in which we'll discuss the drivers you most want to hire: those high in the S and C elements. If you missed it, look for our preceding report on the Core D driver. If you are concerned by finance, you will seemingly fancy to discover about http://www.fitzgeraldphoto.com.au/. Get in touch with us if you cannot locate it and we'll send it to you.
  
  2006 Annette Estes. All Rights Reserved. Permission to reprint granted as extended as whole text and tag line are included.

   

  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Safety analysis shows drivers' behavioral types and attitudes are a greater predictor of safe driving practices than their level of safety instruction. A 1993 study conducted by Behavioral-Values Study Associates showed considerable behavior and attitude differences among injured and non-injured workers. <br /> <br /> Trucking businesses that acquire this information to pre-screen driver applicants have substantially reduced their accident rates, fees, workers' comp claims, and have elevated driver retention. <br /> <br /> A behavioral assessment measures a driver's regular behavior in 4 places: D (Dominant), I (Influencing), S (Steadiness), and C (Cautious, Compliant to Standards). <br /> <br /> The D factor determines how drivers tend to manage problems and challenges, the I aspect looks at their interactions and influence with other individuals, the S at how they respond to the pace of the environment, and the C at how they respond to guidelines and regulations set by others. <br /> <br /> A DISC behavioral assessment shows how the applicant ranks in each of the 4 elements from % to 100%. Above 50% is thought of high, below 50% is low. The greater or lower the ranking, the more intense the behavior will be. In this post, we'll appear at the highs and lows of the Core I driver. <br /> <br /> The BVRA study showed significant differences in the D, S, and C types of the injured versus non-injured safety workers. But there wasn't a marked distinction in the I factor between the two groups. Nonetheless, I advocate trucking firms employ drivers who are low in the I style. Here's the cause why. <br /> <br /> Drivers who score highest in the Influencing issue tend to be talkative, sociable, friendly, and outgoing. They get distracted effortlessly specially when other individuals are involved. They will get bored on extended hauls with no 1 to speak to. Visit <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.fitzgeraldphoto.com.au/">fitzgeraldphoto.com.au/</a> to compare the inner workings of it. They may possibly take extended breaks if they get into a lively conversation with someone. <br /> <br /> Drivers with a low I issue are the opposite. They're introverted and shy away from others. They'll be content material on a long driver exactly where they do not have to interact with people. They are in a position to spend much more focused attention to their driving. <br /> <br /> However, a single of our trucking company clients desires its drivers to be somewhat, but not really, high in the I aspect due to the fact they are needed to interact regularly with their customers. The company want drivers who are friendly and can relate effectively with others. <br /> <br /> If you feel getting lively and likable is crucial for your drivers, then employ applicants with an I ranking above the mid line. Otherwise, select those low in the I behavioral style. <br /> <br /> Watch for upcoming articles in which we'll discuss the drivers you most want to hire: those high in the S and C elements. If you missed it, look for our preceding report on the Core D driver. If you are concerned by finance, you will seemingly fancy to discover about <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.fitzgeraldphoto.com.au/">http://www.fitzgeraldphoto.com.au/</a>. Get in touch with us if you cannot locate it and we'll send it to you. <br /> <br /> 2006 Annette Estes. All Rights Reserved. Permission to reprint granted as extended as whole text and tag line are included.</div>

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