Commercial vehicles and the smoking law |
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07 July 07 |
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With the English smoking ban now in force, confusion is still widespread as to its effect on vehicles used for work. The ban in effect from July 1st effects all vehicles used for work without exception.
A new survey has shown van drivers are largely oblivious of the new rules, out of a sample group of over 1,500 van drivers, less than half knew anything about specific rules regarding commercial vehicles.
Only 4% of those surveyed knew they faced a ?1,000 fine for failing to display no-smoking signs in their vehicles. Almost half (49%) said they had received no information from their employer about the law.
Some 32% of van drivers smoke ? 29% of them in their vans. And 40% allow colleagues to smoke in the vehicle.
Recent independent research has also shown that smoking whilst driving is more distracting than talking on a mobile phone. Quote Me Today provide van insurance, fleet insurance and HGV insurance; whilst we have always prided ourselves on being competitive - lower risk drivers who aren?t smoking behind the wheel can expect to enjoy even lower premiums.
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