Safety & Driver Training Program | Merrill Insurance Agency

Official Company Document

Safety & Driver
Training Program

Fill out each section to build your formal written safety and driver training program. This document satisfies FMCSA new entrant audit requirements and helps lower your insurance premiums.

Complete on screen, then print for your records
🏢 Carrier / Company Details
📋 Safety Policy Statement
Why this matters: A written policy statement is the first thing an FMCSA auditor will ask for. It shows intent and commitment to safety — even a simple statement counts.
🪪 Minimum Driver Requirements

Automatic Disqualifiers (check all that apply)

🔍 Hiring Checklist

Check all items required before a new driver operates a company vehicle.

🧪 Drug & Alcohol Testing Program

Testing Triggers in Place

🎓 New Driver Orientation Topics

Check all topics covered during new driver orientation. Document date completed.

🔄 Ongoing Training Schedule
⏱️ HOS Compliance
🔧 Maintenance & Inspection Policy

Inspection Requirements

🚨 Accident Response Procedures
FMCSA Recordable Accident: Any accident involving a fatality, injury requiring medical treatment away from scene, or a vehicle towed from the scene. All must be recorded in your accident register.
📅 Annual Driver & Safety Reviews
✍️ Program Authorization

By signing below, the Safety Director certifies that this Safety and Driver Training Program has been reviewed, adopted, and will be enforced as written. All drivers are required to acknowledge receipt of this program.

Safety Director / Owner Signature
Date
Printed Name
Title

Driver Acknowledgment (copy for each driver)

I acknowledge that I have received, read, and understand this Safety and Driver Training Program. I agree to comply with all policies and procedures outlined in this document.

Driver Signature
Date
Driver Printed Name
CDL Number

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This template is provided for educational purposes and as a starting framework. It does not constitute legal advice. Requirements vary by operation type, state, and commodity. Consult a compliance specialist or attorney to ensure your program meets all applicable regulations. Merrill Insurance Agency — merrillagency.com

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