Inaugural Safety Hall of Fame Inductees

Congratulations to the team at Nationwide Executive Car Wash, led by Site Manager Danny McCloud, for their induction to PSI's Safety Hall of Fame.

 

The team at Nationwide has an extraordinary 1,368 days (that's almost four years!) and counting as a safe work environment. This means there have been no accidents - either of cars or employees, no reports of damage to vehicles or any other unsafe activity at the site. McCloud attributes the success to a watchful eye, constant training and selection of the most-qualified team member to drive cars. He also ensures everyone continues to take pride in their excellence by posting a board at the garage featuring the number of days they've stayed safe (the team has the company's longest safety streak).

 

To celebrate their success, McCloud and rising star Jeremy Baugus received a monetary bonus and lunch with President Aaron Shocket and Safety Manager Rob Jones.

 

PSI's Nationwide Executive Car Wash service began in 2007. Our team provides car wash services with safety and excellence always top of mind.

 

Pictured above left to right is Columbus Area Manager Kevin Paris, Nationwide superstar Jeremy Baugus, President Aaron Shocket, Site Manager Danny McCloud and Safety Manager Rob Jones.

PSI Safety: Backing Techniques

One out of every four accidents can be blamed on poor backing techniques, according to the National Safety Council. PSI employees are acutely aware that poor backing can result in costly damage, serious injury or even fatality. Our staff is trained to recognize that backing accidents are always preventable if the driver is properly trained – and prudent.

Our drivers are taught that those who practice defensive driving will never take any situation for granted, but will observe and judge each parking requirement on its own. Even though backing into a particular parking spot a dozen times, PSI drivers look and evaluate the same spot each time to be sure of clearances and to make certain no new obstacles are in the way.

Tips for backing techniques:

• -      Practice, practice, practice
• -      Be aware of the big blind spot – use all your mirrors
• -      Move backwards at a “crawl”
• -      If needed, get out of the car and walk around to inspect any hazards
• -      Have a co-worker (or passenger) help you maneuver

Many accidents can be avoided if drivers practice defensive parking. For more information about Parking Solutions’ safe drivers, visit www.ParkingSolutionsInc.com.