Will FORS Accreditation Save Your Business Money?

FORS (Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme) accreditation is a voluntary scheme that promotes best practices for fleet operators in the UK and beyond. FORS accreditation can help your business in various ways, including improved safety, reduced emissions, and increased efficiency.  A consequence of these benefits is that it is likely to also save your business money.

Here are 4 ways in which FORS accreditation can reduce your costs:

1. FORS can help you save money by raising awareness of road and loading laws, reducing emissions, and providing safer driver training. With FORS accreditation, vehicles show significant reductions in fuel consumption and collisions, resulting in fewer fines, reduced insurance premiums, a decrease in maintenance costs, and increased fuel efficiency.
2. FORS accreditation offer various ways to save fleet operators money. The FORS website provides testimonials showing how they’ve helped numerous companies cut fuel costs. This is done by improving the miles per gallon across the fleet. For large fleets, even a few percentage points of fuel reduction can lead to significant savings.
3. FORS encourages and rewards excellent vehicle handling and promotes a safety-focused work environment. Adhering to these standards can decrease road incidents for fleet operators. A more informed and better equipped workforce is more mindful of the impact of their driving on the environment and other road users.
4. FORS Fuel Card Services was established to help the FORS community reduce fuel costs, in partnership with a leading UK provider. FORS accredited operators can acquire these fuel cards for free, saving £12 annually per card. The cards grant access to all major fuel sites, including BP, Shell, Esso & Texaco, as well as motorway services, supermarkets, and independent retailers. The cards are cash-free, providing security, product restrictions, and fraud prevention.

In short, FORS accreditation can save your business money by helping you to reduce costs associated with vehicle maintenance, fuel consumption, insurance premiums, and driver training. FORS also provides access to discounted services and products from approved suppliers, which can help you to reduce costs.

Moreover, FORS accreditation can enhance your business's reputation and credibility, which can help you to attract more customers and secure more contracts. This, in turn, can increase your revenue and profits, and potentially save you money in the long run.

Overall, FORS accreditation can bring numerous benefits to your business, including improved efficiency, reduced costs, and enhanced reputation, which can all contribute to the long-term sustainability and success of your business.

For more information about how our FORS accreditation consultancy services can help you stand out from competitors and save you money, please contact our team on 0345 9001312 or email us your requirements.

Want to learn more? Find out more about the benefits of FORS by visiting the links to our blogs below: 

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