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  #1 Cherry Choate on 19 Sep 13

   

  Safety study shows drivers' behavioral types and attitudes are a much better predictor of safe driving practices than their level of safety education. A 1993 study conducted by Behavioral-Values Investigation Associates showed significant behavior and attitude differences among injured and non-injured workers.
  
  Trucking organizations that obtain this details to pre-screen driver applicants have considerably lowered their accident rates, costs, workers' comp claims, and have increased driver retention.
  
  A behavioral assessment measures a driver's typical behavior in 4 areas: D (Dominant), I (Influencing), S (Steadiness), and C (Cautious, Compliant to Standards).
  
  The D element determines how drivers tend to handle issues and challenges, the I issue looks at their interactions and influence with others, the S at how they respond to the pace of the atmosphere, and the C at how they respond to rules and regulations set by other people.
  
  A DISC behavioral assessment shows how the applicant ranks in each and every of the four factors from % to 100%. Above 50% is regarded as high, beneath 50% is low. The greater or lower the ranking, the a lot 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 important differences in the D, S, and C types of the injured versus non-injured safety workers. To research additional information, please consider having a look at: demondetailing.com.au/. But there wasn't a marked distinction in the I issue amongst the two groups. Nonetheless, I advise trucking businesses 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 very easily specially when other individuals are involved. They'll get bored on lengthy hauls with no one particular to talk to. They may possibly take extended breaks if they get into a lively conversation with a person.
  
  Drivers with a low I element are the opposite. They're introverted and shy away from others. They will be content on a long driver where they don't have to interact with individuals. They're able to spend far more focused attention to their driving.
  
  Even so, one of our trucking organization customers desires its drivers to be somewhat, but not extremely, high in the I factor simply because they're needed to interact regularly with their buyers. The business want drivers who are friendly and can relate nicely with other people.
  
  If you feel becoming lively and likable is crucial for your drivers, then hire applicants with an I ranking above the mid line. Otherwise, pick these low in the I behavioral style.
  
  Watch for upcoming articles in which we'll talk about the drivers you most want to hire: these high in the S and C aspects. If you missed it, look for our earlier write-up on the Core D driver. Get in touch with us if you can't find 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 study shows drivers' behavioral types and attitudes are a much better predictor of safe driving practices than their level of safety education. A 1993 study conducted by Behavioral-Values Investigation Associates showed significant behavior and attitude differences among injured and non-injured workers. <br /> <br /> Trucking organizations that obtain this details to pre-screen driver applicants have considerably lowered their accident rates, costs, workers' comp claims, and have increased driver retention. <br /> <br /> A behavioral assessment measures a driver's typical behavior in 4 areas: D (Dominant), I (Influencing), S (Steadiness), and C (Cautious, Compliant to Standards). <br /> <br /> The D element determines how drivers tend to handle issues and challenges, the I issue looks at their interactions and influence with others, the S at how they respond to the pace of the atmosphere, and the C at how they respond to rules and regulations set by other people. <br /> <br /> A DISC behavioral assessment shows how the applicant ranks in each and every of the four factors from % to 100%. Above 50% is regarded as high, beneath 50% is low. The greater or lower the ranking, the a lot 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 important differences in the D, S, and C types of the injured versus non-injured safety workers. To research additional information, please consider having a look at: <a href="http://www.demondetailing.com.au/" rel="nofollow">demondetailing.com.au/</a>. But there wasn't a marked distinction in the I issue amongst the two groups. Nonetheless, I advise trucking businesses 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 very easily specially when other individuals are involved. They'll get bored on lengthy hauls with no one particular to talk to. They may possibly take extended breaks if they get into a lively conversation with a person. <br /> <br /> Drivers with a low I element are the opposite. They're introverted and shy away from others. They will be content on a long driver where they don't have to interact with individuals. They're able to spend far more focused attention to their driving. <br /> <br /> Even so, one of our trucking organization customers desires its drivers to be somewhat, but not extremely, high in the I factor simply because they're needed to interact regularly with their buyers. The business want drivers who are friendly and can relate nicely with other people. <br /> <br /> If you feel becoming lively and likable is crucial for your drivers, then hire applicants with an I ranking above the mid line. Otherwise, pick these low in the I behavioral style. <br /> <br /> Watch for upcoming articles in which we'll talk about the drivers you most want to hire: these high in the S and C aspects. If you missed it, look for our earlier write-up on the Core D driver. Get in touch with us if you can't find 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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