Transportation
& Trucking
Ensure the highest standards of safety, compliance, and efficiency across all your transportation and trucking operations. VeilighEHS provides a comprehensive EHS management solution designed to meet the unique requirements of the transportation and trucking industry in Ghana and Africa. Our solution helps you adhere to local and international regulations, enhance safety performance, and streamline operations.
INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
Effectively manage and track incidents in line with industry-specific requirements, including those set by the Ghana Highway Authority, Ghana Road Safety Commission, and international standards such as ISO 39001 (Road Traffic Safety Management Systems). Monitor key safety metrics, including Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR), Lost-Time Incident Rate (LTIR), and Near Misses. Conduct detailed accident investigations to identify root causes, eliminate hazards, and prevent recurrence. Utilize data analytics to uncover patterns and predict future incidents, enabling proactive risk management.
OBSERVATIONS MANAGEMENT
Report and monitor hazardous conditions and unsafe behaviors on the road and within your facilities. Use the app to gain insights into trends and patterns, helping you to implement preventive measures. Ensure that corrective actions are taken promptly to avoid accidents and ensure the safety of drivers and cargo. Leverage analytics to enhance understanding of safety performance across your organization.
INSPECTIONS, AUDITS & FINDINGS
Conduct comprehensive EHS audits and inspections using customizable checklists tailored to the transportation and trucking industry. Assess compliance with local regulations such as those from the Ghana Highway Authority and international standards like ISO 39001. Monitor vehicle maintenance, driver health, and safety protocols. Track findings and implement corrective actions to maintain the highest standards of safety and operational integrity.
REPORTING
Document and track incidents involving work-related injuries, vehicle accidents, and cargo damage. Generate and submit compliant incident reports efficiently, ensuring alignment with local and international regulatory bodies. The app allows for both electronic and printed reports, saving time and ensuring regulatory compliance.
ALERT & NOTIFICATION MANAGEMENT
Enhance communication across all operations with real-time alerts and notifications. Ensure that all team members, including drivers and logistics personnel, are promptly informed about safety updates, compliance changes, and emergency situations. This feature supports rapid response to potential hazards, minimizing risks to both drivers and cargo.
OFFLINE CAPABILITIES
Maintain operational efficiency even in areas with limited internet connectivity. VeilighEHS allows you to access, record, and manage safety data offline. Once connectivity is restored, all data syncs back to the cloud, ensuring continuous and reliable EHS management without disruption.
APPROVALS MANAGEMENT
Enhance communication across all operations with real-time alerts and notifications. Ensure that all team members, including drivers and logistics personnel, are promptly informed about safety updates, compliance changes, and emergency situations. This feature supports rapid response to potential hazards, minimizing risks to both drivers and cargo.
ACTION MANAGEMENT
Effectively organize and track all safety actions from initiation to resolution. Assign responsibilities, set deadlines, and monitor the progress of corrective actions. Ensure timely and effective resolution of safety issues to uphold safety standards and regulatory compliance. This feature helps in managing tasks related to vehicle maintenance, driver training, and route safety assessments.
Case Studies
PLEASE NOTE:
Some clients prefer not to be named, so we’ve purposefully removed their company name from these articles. However, they have approved for us to share the stories of their experiences with Veiligh.
Enhancing Road Safety Compliance for a Trucking Fleet
A major trucking company in Ghana, managing a fleet of over 200 trucks, faced significant challenges in maintaining road safety compliance and ensuring the safety of their drivers and cargo. The company needed a robust EHS solution to streamline safety management and meet local and international standards.
Challenges
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Ensuring compliance with local Ghana Highway Authority regulations and international standards like ISO 39001.
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Tracking and reporting vehicle accidents and safety incidents accurately.
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Conducting regular vehicle inspections and driver safety assessments.
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Enhancing communication and response times during road emergencies.
Solution
VeilighEHS was implemented to address these challenges comprehensively. The app's advanced features enabled the client to:
Incident Management
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Efficiently report and track road safety incidents, ensuring compliance with local regulations and ISO 39001 standards.
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Measure key safety metrics, such as Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) and Lost-Time Incident Rate (LTIR).
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Conduct thorough accident investigations to determine root causes and prevent recurrence.
Inspections, Audits & Findings
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Use customizable checklists to perform regular vehicle inspections and driver safety assessments.
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Track findings and ensure compliance with Highway Authority regulations and international road safety standards.
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Implement corrective actions to address non-compliances promptly.
Alert & Notification Management
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Enhance communication with real-time alerts and notifications, ensuring all team members are informed about safety updates and road emergencies.
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Facilitate rapid response to accidents and breakdowns, minimizing downtime and ensuring driver and cargo safety.
Action Management
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Organize and track all safety actions related to vehicle maintenance, driver training, and route safety assessments.
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Assign responsibilities, set deadlines, and monitor progress to ensure timely resolution of safety issues.
Results
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Improved Compliance: Regular inspections and audits ensured ongoing compliance with Highway Authority regulations and ISO 39001 standards, reducing the risk of penalties and improving road safety.
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Enhanced Safety Performance: The client saw a 30% reduction in vehicle accidents and a 25% reduction in TRIR within the first year of implementation.
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Efficient Communication: Real-time alerts and notifications improved response times to road emergencies, minimizing cargo damage and ensuring driver safety.
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Effective Corrective Actions: Timely implementation of corrective actions led to a significant decrease in repeat incidents, enhancing overall road safety.