Daily rental group Enterprise have released research showing that over half of SME's allow employees to use their own car for business use.This is bordering on dangerous ground when it comes to Duty of Care issues as employers have a responsibility to ensure their drivers are using vehicles which are 'fit for purpose'.
If on occasion you are tempted to allow your employees to go out in their own cars you should treat them as you do your Company Car drivers.
- Is the vehicle fit for purpose i.e motorways, building sites etc
- Are they insured for business use?
- Have you checked their licence and insurance?
More information can be found in this document - we have plenty of hard copies if you would like us to forward it on to you.
If your staff are frequently on the move in their own vehicles it may be in your interest to look at getting a 'pool car'. Keep it on the premises to rake back all the VAT and ensure that all your staff have access to a safe, reliable vehicle during office hours.
1 comment:
Good words.
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