Backup cameras are now a standard safety feature on most new vehicles, as they are proven to help protect people and property behind a vehicle.

But what about older commercial vehicles or fleet vehicles? Your affiliate vehicles, including box trucks, may not be equipped with these helpful safety features.

Read on to learn the benefits of backup cameras and a plan for installing backup cameras to reduce accidents and protect your affiliate and its vehicles.

Benefits of backup cameras

Backup cameras increase drivers’ fields of vision, both below the rear window and beyond the width of vehicle mirrors, reducing blind spots. These cameras also often include audible sensors. As objects get closer to the vehicle while it is in reverse, the sensors go off, giving drivers clear cues to check their surroundings and prevent accidents from occurring.

Consider these important benefits that backup cameras can offer:

  1. Reduced accidents and injuries. Due to their size and restricted visibility, delivery trucks and large commercial vehicles are susceptible to reversing accidents. With backup cameras, drivers receive a clear view of potential risks and real-time feedback as they’re reversing.
  2. Improved driving and parking efficiency. Backup cameras can help drivers in busy areas or tight parking spaces and boost driver confidence. Knowing they have a clear view of their surroundings empowers drivers to reverse with efficiency.
  3. Reduced vehicle damage. Frequent accidents and collisions can lead to expensive repairs, increased maintenance costs and reduced affiliate efficiency. By proactively reducing the risk of backup accidents and their associated expenses, you can extend the lifespan of your affiliate vehicles and maintain your organization’s efficiency.

 

Installing backup cameras to protect affiliate vehicles

You may consider backup cameras too expensive or time consuming to integrate, but these cameras may be worth the time and money, as they should help reduce the number of accidents and associated costs your affiliate experiences.

  1. Evaluate your affiliate’s vehicles. Do any of your vehicles have backup cameras already? Do your vehicles have existing in-dash monitors? Which vehicles have the least visibility?
  2. Browse for solutions. There are a multitude of options available on the market. Vehicles that have existing in-dash monitors may require a simple, affordable standalone camera. If a more robust set up is required with a camera, transmitter and in-dash display, you may be looking at a few hundred dollars.
  3. Train your drivers. An important aspect of your affiliate’s safe driving program are clear policies and training. Ensure your drivers know how to use the backup camera systems and understand they are expected to use the backup cameras while driving the affiliate vehicles.

 

Protecting your Affiliate against Commercial Auto claims

Even with backup cameras installed on every affiliate vehicle, accidents can still occur.

One important way to protect your affiliate against the risks of commercial auto claims is Commercial Auto Liability insurance from the Habitat for Humanity Affiliate Insurance Program, administered by Lockton Affinity.

Contact Lockton Affinity to learn more about Commercial Auto Liability insurance designed for your franchise.

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