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DRIVER WATCH LAUNCHED IN THE BLACK COUNTRY The Driver Watch Scheme is a crime prevention initiative, set up originally by West Midlands Police at Halesowen. Drivers enrolled as members of the scheme help to reduce crime and make neighbourhoods feel safer by acting as the eyes and ears of the Police as they drive about doing their usual work. Details of any incidents seen would be passed onto the Police to evaluate and take the necessary action. It was reported that the scheme is a passive approach in increasing public vigilance. Participants are only meant to report, and not tackle, crime and potential crimes. Driver Watch members are identified by Driver Watch stickers on their vehicles and receive advice and training in what to observe. Depending on the severity of the incident observed, drivers could ring the emergency 999 number or the Dudley or Halesowen operations desks for other incidents. |
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WEST MIDLANDS POLICE PRAISE INITIATIVE WMP have had a keen interest in the development of Taxi Watch. The potential was realised during several meetings with WMP and Local Taxi Operators and Supporting Councils. All areas of concern could be addressed via the website as well as creating greater awareness of personal safety for drivers it was seen as a great way of keeping good communication between all parties concerned. The 1st anniversary of Mohammed Arshad's Murder will mark the launch of this long awaited safety initiative. Taxi Watch aim to improve the safety of drivers for years to come, with the support of West Midlands Police this can be achieved. |
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PRIVATE HIRE ASSOCIATION CREATE NVQ COURSES PHA have created courses for drivers with NVQ recognition. These courses are set to be mandatory in the coming months as Councils now want a more uniformed Private Hire service. Training up drivers will ensure a better service all around. Drivers will understand the laws and legislation's better and also develop on their career skills. PHA has worked hard to get these courses to be recognised. It is now time for all drivers to have a National Qualification for their services and be recognised as a developing industry. With the PCV training PHA also do the CPC continuous training for all of the Transport Industry. If you would like to find out more within regards to any of the courses contact us today!! Call us now - 0121 666 6777 or visit our website for more information: www.privatehireassociation.co.uk |
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BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL BCC have shown an active interest in the production of this website and have seen the potential for raising driver safety issues. It also supports the 'Private Hire & Hackney Carriage Safety Pack' that is due to be launched imminently. BCC have an active roll in the improvement of driver safety issues. We are both happy and excited that we have gained the support of many councils. |
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CABSAFE DEVELOP NEW SAFETY SHIELD For many years now there has been talks around a driver safety shields. CabSafe have taken the initiative further with producing some of the first prototypes. These are currently being tested for Road Safety and also going through rigorous checks for driver safety and their workspace within their vehicle. Nothing has yet been approved, but things are finally taking shape. We will have more information as it develops. |
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WORKING TOGETHER WITH ADT FOR ON-BOARD CAMERA SYSTEMS We are currently seeking suppliers for on-board camera systems. We all appreciate that this form of security will come at a price, therefore we aim to find the best quality for affordable solutions. We have our drivers best interest at heart. ADT are currently looking at package deals for these well needed camera systems. |
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