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EMPLOYEE DRIVING POLICY

Personal Information

Position and Assignment

Driver License and Insurance

Driver License Number:

Issuing State:    License Class/Endorsements:

License Expiration Date:

Permitted Use and Scope

This policy governs all employee driving conducted as part of employment duties, including use of company vehicles, rental vehicles, and personal vehicles used for company business. Personal use of a company vehicle is permitted only when expressly authorized in writing by the employee's manager.

Safety Requirements and Prohibited Conduct

Employees authorized to drive on company business must comply with the following mandatory rules:

  • Seat belts must be worn by the driver and all passengers at all times.
  • Use of handheld mobile devices while driving is prohibited; hands-free operation is allowed only when permitted by law and company policy.
  • Driving under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or any substance that impairs ability to drive is strictly prohibited.
  • Employees must obey all traffic laws, signs, and posted speed limits.
  • Reckless driving, racing, or any intentional operation that endangers persons or property is prohibited.

Accident Reporting and Investigation

Employees involved in any collision, moving violation cited while on duty, or other vehicle-related incident must immediately notify local authorities if required, secure medical attention as needed, and report the incident to their manager and Human Resources within 24 hours. Failure to report or providing false information is grounds for disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Vehicle Maintenance and Inspection

Employees operating company vehicles are responsible for conducting pre-trip inspections when required, reporting mechanical concerns promptly, and not operating vehicles that present a known safety hazard. Personal vehicles used for company business must meet state safety and registration requirements.

Background Checks, Motor Vehicle Records, and Testing

As a condition of driving for company business, the employee authorizes the company to obtain motor vehicle records, driving history, and relevant background information from licensing authorities and third parties. The company will review such records at hire, periodically during employment, and following any incident. The company reserves the right to require drug and alcohol testing in accordance with policy and applicable law.

I authorize the company to obtain my motor vehicle record and any other driver-related records necessary to evaluate my eligibility to drive on behalf of the company.
Consent to periodic checks: Yes     Consent to drug/alcohol testing as required: Yes

Insurance, Liability and Indemnification

Employees must maintain required insurance when using personal vehicles for company business. The company will maintain insurance coverage for company vehicles as required by law. The company may require employees to execute reimbursement or indemnification agreements for losses resulting from violation of this policy or uninsured use of a personal vehicle.

Disciplinary Action and Revocation of Driving Privileges

Failure to satisfy the requirements of this policy, a pattern of unsafe driving, or license suspension/revocation may result in temporary or permanent loss of eligibility to drive on company business and may lead to disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Privacy and Records Retention

Driving records and related background check information obtained by the company will be retained in accordance with company record retention policies and applicable law. Information will be treated as confidential and disclosed only to those with a legitimate business need.

Legal Statements

At-Will Employment: Employment with the company is at-will unless expressly set forth in a written agreement signed by an authorized company officer. Nothing in this driving policy alters the at-will nature of employment.

Equal Opportunity: The company provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics as required by applicable law.

Employee Certification and Acknowledgment

I certify that the information I have provided on this form is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand and agree to comply with the requirements of the Employee Driving Policy. I understand that providing false information, failing to disclose significant driving incidents, or refusal to submit to required testing or record checks may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Employment History

Most recent employer

Previous employer

Education

Professional References

Reference 1

Reference 2

Reference 3

Authorization to Contact Previous Employers

I authorize the company and its agents to contact my previous employers, listed references, and licensing authorities to obtain and verify information related to my driving history, employment history, and qualifications for driving duties. I release those parties from liability for providing such information in good faith.

Authorization to contact prior employers: Yes

Employee Certification Statement

I certify that all information provided in this form is accurate and complete. I understand the requirements of the Employee Driving Policy and agree to comply with all provisions. I acknowledge that the company may obtain motor vehicle records and may require drug and alcohol testing as a condition of driving on behalf of the company. I understand that noncompliance may result in disciplinary action, including revocation of driving privileges and possible termination of employment.

Employee Name:

Signature:

Date:

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What an Employee Driving Policy Is and when it applies

An Employee Driving Policy is a written company rule set that governs employee use of motor vehicles for work purposes, including personal vehicles used for business. It defines who may drive, required licenses and insurance levels, motor-vehicle-record (MVR) checks, permitted vehicle types, safety expectations, reporting obligations for incidents, and disciplinary measures. The policy helps manage liability, ensures regulatory compliance where applicable, and standardizes risk controls across locations and roles when employees transport people, drive between sites, or operate company-owned vehicles.

Why a formal driving policy matters to employers

A clear Employee Driving Policy reduces legal and financial exposure, supports consistent enforcement of safety standards, and clarifies insurance and reporting procedures for drivers and managers.

Why a formal driving policy matters to employers

Who prepares, reviews, and follows the policy

Employees should acknowledge the policy in writing (or electronically) and report any changes that affect driving eligibility.

  • Fleet managers and safety officers: operationalize checks, maintenance, and driver training.
  • Human resources: document acknowledgments, maintain records, and manage disciplinary steps.
  • Employees who drive for work: read, sign, and report license changes or incidents promptly.

Core elements to include in a professional Employee Driving Policy

A robust policy addresses eligibility, verification, permitted uses, safety rules, incident procedures, and consequences. Each element should be explicit to reduce ambiguity during enforcement or claims handling.

Eligibility

Driver age, valid license class, and acceptable driving history thresholds that determine who may drive on company business.

MVR Checks

Frequency and criteria for motor-vehicle-record reviews, including disqualifying offenses and requalification conditions.

Insurance

Required minimum liability limits for personal vehicles used for work and coverage expectations for company-owned cars.

Permitted Use

Approved business activities, personal use boundaries, restrictions on distracted driving, and seatbelt requirements.

Incident Reporting

Timelines and steps for reporting collisions, tickets, or vehicle damage to supervisors and insurer contact points.

Discipline & Remediation

Progressive corrective actions, retraining requirements, and grounds for suspension of driving privileges.

Step-by-step: issuing and collecting the driving policy

Follow a consistent, auditable sequence to distribute, verify, and store driving policy acknowledgments.

  • 01
    Prepare policy: Finalize language and review with legal counsel.
  • 02
    Distribute: Send to affected employees with instructions and deadline.
  • 03
    Verify: Run MVR and insurance checks per policy schedule.
  • 04
    Store records: Retain signed acknowledgments in personnel file.

How to configure an online workflow for policy distribution

A digital workflow reduces manual steps and creates an audit trail for completions and verifications.

Field Configuration
Document Upload Upload policy PDF and create signature/checkbox fields.
Signer Roles Assign employee as signer and manager as approver.
Authentication Require email+SMS or company SSO for higher assurance.
Notifications Enable reminders and completion receipts for audit.

Where completed acknowledgments should be routed

Define clear destinations so signed records are discoverable by HR, risk, and claims teams.

  • HR Records: Store signed forms in the employee personnel file.
  • Risk Management: Copy for insurance and MVR review logs.
  • Supervisor: Notify the employee's manager upon completion.
  • Claims Folder: Archive incident-related documents with claims files.

Technical considerations for e-signing and retention

Maintain access controls and retention rules so signed acknowledgments are reproducible for audits and claims.

  • Authentication: Email+SMS or SSO recommended for identity assurance.
  • Audit Trail: Capture IP, timestamp, and signer actions.
  • Format Support: Export signed records as PDF/A for long-term retention.

Essential data fields to collect and protect

Name: Employee legal name
License: License number and state
Insurance: Carrier and policy number
Vehicle: Make/model/plate
Signature: Signed acknowledgment
MVR date: Last MVR review date

Key deadlines and review intervals to include

Specify timeframes in the policy so compliance and audits are measurable.

Initial Acknowledgment:

Due on or before first business driving assignment.

Annual MVR Review:

Run yearly or more frequently for high-risk roles.

License Renewal Check:

Verify within 30 days after license expiration notice.

Incident Reporting:

Report collisions within 24–48 hours to supervisor.

Policy Update Notification:

Provide employees 30 days' notice for substantive changes.

Milestones from policy issue to verified compliance

Track milestones so each acknowledgment moves from draft to verified, including any remediation steps for ineligible drivers.

01

Draft Policy Created

Company finalizes language and obtains legal review.

02

Policy Distributed

Employees receive the policy and instructions.

03

Acknowledgments Collected

Signed forms are received and logged.

04

Verification Complete

MVR and insurance checks recorded and approved.

Common mistakes to avoid when implementing a driving policy

  • Failing to run baseline MVR checks before assigning driving duties, which increases exposure to preventable liability.
  • Allowing informal verbal approvals without documented, signed acknowledgments and verification records for drivers.
  • Omitting clear reporting timelines after an incident, delaying claims notification and potentially breaching insurer requirements.
  • Using ambiguous language on permitted use and discipline, creating inconsistent enforcement and potential discrimination claims.

Potential consequences of a deficient policy or poor enforcement

Insurance Denial: Claims may be denied
Increased Premiums: Higher rates after incidents
Regulatory Liability: Fines for safety violations
Civil Exposure: Greater tort damages
Operational Disruption: Loss of driving privileges
Reputational Harm: Publicized incidents

How signNow compares on pricing and core features for electronic acknowledgments

Basic vendor comparisons for eSignature plans commonly used to collect driving policy acknowledgments and retain audit trails.

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Frequently asked questions about Employee Driving Policies

Answers to common implementation and compliance questions about driving policies, e-signatures, and recordkeeping.


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