How to Prevent a Collision Course with Accident Costs

摘要

According to an August 2005 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) report, the cost to employers from on-the job vehicle crashes is staggering:rn1. Including wage-risk premiums, on-the-job crashes cost employers over $24,500 per crash and $128,000 per injury.rn2. In one year, off-the-job crash injuries cost employers approximately $20 billion.rn3. Employer health care (medical) spending on crash injuries is nearly $8 billion every year. Another $9 billion is spent on sick leave and life and disability insurance for crash victims.rnClearly, in addition to the human costs of life and limb, preventing collisions involving company vehicles and drivers can substantially impact the corporate bottom line.