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DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM
Introduction
Because of the high cost of insurance purchased from private companies,
the State of Louisiana through the Office of Risk Management devised a
self-insurance program for its motor vehicles in 1980. Driver safety is
designed to reduce the number and severity of accidents and thereby minimize
the financial impact on state government.
The Office of Risk Management has developed a comprehensive Loss Prevention Program as required by R.S. 39:1543.1C for statewide implementation. The Driver Safety Program is part of the overall program. Its purpose is to address safety, control use of vehicles, reduce the State's exposure, reduce the loss expenses, achieve accountability, and meet the requirements of R.S. 39:1543.1F. The following materials are intended as to assist in managing and implementing safe driving by state employees.