💡 Policy Purpose
Our company car policy is designed to ensure the safe, responsible, and efficient use of company-provided vehicles by our employees. This policy outlines the eligibility criteria, driver responsibilities, and procedures to follow in case of accidents, aiming to protect both our employees and company assets.
📝 Policy Elements
Eligibility:
- Employees eligible for a company car include those who travel frequently for business, those whose roles require vehicle use, and those provided with a car as part of their benefits package.
- Employees eligible for a company car include those who travel frequently for business, those whose roles require vehicle use, and those provided with a car as part of their benefits package.
Driver Responsibilities:
- Employees must hold a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record. They are responsible for regular vehicle checks, reporting any issues, and adhering to all traffic laws.
- Employees must hold a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record. They are responsible for regular vehicle checks, reporting any issues, and adhering to all traffic laws.
Use of Company Cars:
- Company cars are to be used primarily for business purposes. Personal use is allowed outside of working hours, provided employees comply with the policy’s rules.
- Company cars are to be used primarily for business purposes. Personal use is allowed outside of working hours, provided employees comply with the policy’s rules.
Prohibited Actions:
- Employees must not smoke in the vehicle, lend the car to unauthorized drivers, or engage in distracted driving (e.g., using a phone while driving).
- Employees must not smoke in the vehicle, lend the car to unauthorized drivers, or engage in distracted driving (e.g., using a phone while driving).
Accidents and Reporting:
- In the event of an accident, employees must immediately report to HR and follow legal procedures. The company will handle insurance claims, but employees should not admit fault or promise payments to third parties.
- In the event of an accident, employees must immediately report to HR and follow legal procedures. The company will handle insurance claims, but employees should not admit fault or promise payments to third parties.
Environmental Considerations:
- Employees are encouraged to use company cars judiciously to minimize environmental impact, opting for public transport or other alternatives when feasible.
- Employees are encouraged to use company cars judiciously to minimize environmental impact, opting for public transport or other alternatives when feasible.
Disciplinary Consequences:
- Non-compliance with this policy can result in disciplinary action, including revocation of car privileges or termination for severe violations.
🤝 Acknowledgement and Compliance
All employees assigned a company car must acknowledge this policy and commit to adhering to its guidelines. Non-compliance may lead to disciplinary actions, including termination of vehicle privileges.
