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News Release from: Safeforce
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 02 December 2003
Safeforce launches Fleet Assist
Safeforce, the specialist safety equipment arm of Hire Station, and an established name in safety hire, launches its comprehensive asset management service for safety equipment, Fleet Assist
Safeforce, the specialist safety equipment arm of Hire Station, part of the Vp plc group, and an established name in safety hire, launches its comprehensive asset management service for safety equipment, Fleet Assist Fleet Assist is specifically designed to reduce the logistical burden of ownership of safety equipment
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 3 Nov 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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Safeforce oversees timely calibration, inspection and testing requirements of the entire customer fleet and keeps an accurate record of service history.
Fleet Assist benefits from the Safeforce extensive knowledge and expertise in safety equipment and regulations across a wide range of industries, including utilities, drainage, mining, tunnelling, and petrochemicals.
With fully accredited technicians and manufacturer approvals, Safeforce can cover the servicing needs of specialist safety equipment such as gas detectors, breathing apparatus, safe lighting, cable location and fall arrest equipment.
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The Safeforce workshop facility offers a fully mobile service, which means that the majority of servicing and maintenance tasks can be carried out by factory-trained technicians on site, thereby significantly reducing downtime.
Other immediate tangible benefits offered by outsourcing fleet management operations include compliance with all regulation updates and the opportunity to take away the hassle of organising equipment repairs.
In addition companies can reduce the potential for additional overhead expenditure with the assurance of complete traceability of equipment at all times.
With Fleet Assist, each piece of equipment is assigned a unique serial number.
Comprehensive details, including, make, model, location, condition, service history, are entered onto the Safeforce computerised management database.
Companies have the opportunity to check the status of their fleet at any time by accessing a password protected extranet site.
A monthly recall system highlights upcoming maintenance, repairs or testing.
Safeforce always submits fully costed service and repair schedules, and can provide exchange equipment for hire when required.
All equipment is returned with timely service reports and calibration certificates.
Introducing Fleet Assist further demonstrates the Safeforce dynamic approach to addressing market needs and its dedication to implementing cost-effective and cost-efficient services.
Jonathan Newport, Divisional Director, Safeforce, comments: "Providing a one-stop-shop for safety and inspection equipment and maintenance fits with the Safeforce strategy for sustained growth and its ambitious goal to establish itself as a truly national total solutions provider and the trusted brand in safety services, safety equipment hire and equipment testing".
Industry professionals requiring further information about Fleet Assist should call the Safeforce dedicated specialist support teams or any of the regional branches.
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