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  #1 Bland Truelsen on 19 Sep 13

   

  Safety study shows drivers' behavioral designs and attitudes are a greater predictor of protected driving practices than their level of safety education. A 1993 study conducted by Behavioral-Values Study Associates showed substantial behavior and attitude differences amongst injured and non-injured workers.
  
  Trucking organizations that obtain this information to pre-screen driver applicants have substantially lowered their accident rates, fees, workers' comp claims, and have elevated driver retention.
  
  A behavioral assessment measures a driver's typical behavior in four places: D (Dominant), I (Influencing), S (Steadiness), and C (Cautious, Compliant to Standards).
  
  The D issue determines how drivers tend to manage issues and challenges, the I issue 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 other people.
  
  A DISC behavioral assessment shows how the applicant ranks in each of the 4 elements from % to 100%. Above 50% is deemed high, below 50% is low. The higher or lower the ranking, the a lot more intense the behavior will be. In this write-up, we'll look 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. But there wasn't a marked difference in the I issue in between the two groups. However, I suggest trucking firms hire drivers who are low in the I style. Here's the reason why.
  
  Drivers who score highest in the Influencing issue tend to be talkative, sociable, friendly, and outgoing. They get distracted very easily specifically when other individuals are involved. Be taught more on our affiliated portfolio - Navigate to this URL: office-cleaner-perth.com.au/. They'll get bored on long hauls with no one to speak to. They may possibly take extended breaks if they get into a lively conversation with a person.
  
  Drivers with a low I factor are the opposite. They are introverted and shy away from other individuals. They will be content on a lengthy driver where they do not have to interact with folks. They're able to pay far more focused attention to their driving.
  
  Nevertheless, a single of our trucking firm clientele desires its drivers to be somewhat, but not really, high in the I element since they are needed to interact frequently with their clients. The organization want drivers who are friendly and can relate properly with others.
  
  If you feel getting lively and likable is important for your drivers, then hire applicants with an I ranking above the mid line. Otherwise, pick those 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 report on the Core D driver. In the event people want to dig up new information about http://office-cleaner-perth.com.au/, there are tons of online resources people might think about investigating. Speak to us if you can not discover it and we'll send it to you.
  
  2006 Annette Estes. All Rights Reserved. Permission to reprint granted as extended as complete text and tag line are included.

   

  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Safety study shows drivers' behavioral designs and attitudes are a greater predictor of protected driving practices than their level of safety education. A 1993 study conducted by Behavioral-Values Study Associates showed substantial behavior and attitude differences amongst injured and non-injured workers. <br /> <br /> Trucking organizations that obtain this information to pre-screen driver applicants have substantially lowered their accident rates, fees, workers' comp claims, and have elevated driver retention. <br /> <br /> A behavioral assessment measures a driver's typical behavior in four places: D (Dominant), I (Influencing), S (Steadiness), and C (Cautious, Compliant to Standards). <br /> <br /> The D issue determines how drivers tend to manage issues and challenges, the I issue 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 other people. <br /> <br /> A DISC behavioral assessment shows how the applicant ranks in each of the 4 elements from % to 100%. Above 50% is deemed high, below 50% is low. The higher or lower the ranking, the a lot more intense the behavior will be. In this write-up, we'll look 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. But there wasn't a marked difference in the I issue in between the two groups. However, I suggest trucking firms hire drivers who are low in the I style. Here's the reason why. <br /> <br /> Drivers who score highest in the Influencing issue tend to be talkative, sociable, friendly, and outgoing. They get distracted very easily specifically when other individuals are involved. Be taught more on our affiliated portfolio - Navigate to this URL: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://office-cleaner-perth.com.au/">office-cleaner-perth.com.au/</a>. They'll get bored on long hauls with no one to speak to. They may possibly take extended breaks if they get into a lively conversation with a person. <br /> <br /> Drivers with a low I factor are the opposite. They are introverted and shy away from other individuals. They will be content on a lengthy driver where they do not have to interact with folks. They're able to pay far more focused attention to their driving. <br /> <br /> Nevertheless, a single of our trucking firm clientele desires its drivers to be somewhat, but not really, high in the I element since they are needed to interact frequently with their clients. The organization want drivers who are friendly and can relate properly with others. <br /> <br /> If you feel getting lively and likable is important for your drivers, then hire applicants with an I ranking above the mid line. Otherwise, pick those 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 report on the Core D driver. In the event people want to dig up new information about <a rel="nofollow" href="http://office-cleaner-perth.com.au/">http://office-cleaner-perth.com.au/</a>, there are tons of online resources people might think about investigating. Speak to us if you can not discover it and we'll send it to you. <br /> <br /> 2006 Annette Estes. All Rights Reserved. Permission to reprint granted as extended as complete text and tag line are included.</div>

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