Motor vehicle incidents are the leading cause of work-related fatalities in Colorado. Fatalities on Colorado roadways have been on a concerning upward trend, with CDOT data identifying speeding as the top contributing factor, alongside impaired driving and the failure to use a seatbelt.
For all Colorado employers, prioritizing safe driving is not just an ideal—it is a mandatory step to protect employees who drive for work in both company and personal vehicles.
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Colorado's trucking industry and commercial vehicle operators face a higher degree of risk. Adhering to federal Department of Transportation (DOT) and state requirements for driver qualifications, hours of service, and comprehensive vehicle maintenance can be a difficult task.
Pinnacol's Safety Consultants are here to help you. Our safe driving resources and guidance addresses high-risk behaviors identified by CDOT—including speeding, aggressive driving, and impairment. We offer training tools to help you reinforce the importance of defensive driving, ensuring your team is compliant with state traffic laws and safety best practices. To request a Safety Service visit or if you simply have a safety-related question, please complete our Contact Us form and one of our Safety Consultants will respond within two business days.
Safely Onboarding New Employees in Transportation
Sample Driving and Traffic Violation Policy
Defensive Driving: Quiz I (includes answer key)
Defensive Driving: Quiz II (includes answer key)
To learn more or to request enrollment, check out our Safety Education Online page.