See something, say something. Those words are so true in this day and age with all that we do on a daily basis. Over the past month we have witnessed an attack on Boston, a major fire/explosion in Texas and other things throughout this great country of ours. With that in mind we must remember to stay vigilant in our day to day activities to ensure we are doing all we can to keep ourselves and those around us safe.   Did you know that you or a coworker are more likely to get hurt or killed on the job than getting hurt or killed in a terrorist attack? Every day we go to work we face certain potential dangers. The moment you get into a car you have to look out for the ‘other guy.’ When we get to our job we have to follow policy and procedures to ensure our safety. If we see something that is not right, like a worker doing something that is unsafe we should do – and say - something. If... More

    Volvo Rents has recently introduced our Volvo Rents Safety Award program.   The Safety Award Program was created to recognize team members who take the initiative to consistently place safety at the forefront of their daily activities.  The program is a key driver in promoting a constant commitment and dedication to safety and best work practices.   I am especially proud of this program because it speaks to the Volvo core value – safety, which is a top priority for our company.  We have worked, and do work, very hard to implement an effective safety program and I believe it is one of the best in the industry.  Our safety program evolves to meet the needs of our team members.  We recently added twenty-eight classes to Volvo Rents University where attendees can take safety classes in Spanish or English.     Each quarter, one stor... More

    It is important that everyone on the road drive safely.  Here at Volvo Rents we have a Safety Council that reviewed vehicle and property damage accidents.    We have found that there is a pattern of rear ending other vehicles either by following too closely, not paying attention, driving too fast or being distracted by a phone call or other attention grabbing situation.  These patterns can, and should, be easily corrected.    Whenever a Volvo Rents vehicle is on the road we encourage our drivers to follow the rules below.  I would like to share them with you, so you too, can be safe.   We tell all drivers of Volvo Rents vehicles to:   Drive defensively by not rushing or speeding.Stay off your cell phone and do not text while driving any vehicle. This is a law in numerous states and a Volvo Rents policy that all drivers... More