Kier cuts fleet collisions by 22% after overhauling driver risk programme

June 4, 2026

Kier Group has reduced road traffic collisions by 22% and cut driver non-compliance by 70% after introducing a more structured approach to driver risk management across its fleet of almost 8,400 vehicles.

The infrastructure services business, which manages more than 10,000 drivers, worked with TTC to strengthen its fleet compliance programme as the business expanded and fleet risk increased.

A key part of the initiative was the rollout of annual driver risk assessments to around 8,000 employees. Kier achieved a 93% completion rate within three months, using the results to identify higher-risk drivers and target support where it was needed most.

More than 110,000 e-learning modules were issued in the first year alone, achieving a 90% completion rate.

Kier also introduced a new Permit to Drive process, giving fleet managers greater visibility of driver eligibility and compliance. The system links driving permissions to mileage claims, helping ensure only authorised drivers can claim business mileage.

Alongside this, the company developed a Driver Risk Matrix to monitor factors such as penalty points, collisions and disqualifications, helping managers identify trends and intervene earlier.

For fleet operators facing rising insurance costs and pressure to improve safety performance, the results highlight the value of combining driver data, compliance management and targeted training. Fewer collisions typically mean lower repair costs, reduced downtime, fewer insurance claims and improved vehicle utilisation.