Driver Wellbeing: Why Sleep Should Be a Priority for Every Business
In logistics, it is easy to focus on vehicles, compliance and deadlines. Yet the most important factor behind safe and efficient operations is people. Driver wellbeing is not just a personal concern; it is a business-critical priority.
Fatigue affects reaction times, concentration, and decision-making. It is a major factor in avoidable incidents, increased sickness absence and reduced productivity. That is why supporting your drivers to look after their health and rest properly is essential if you want to run a safe, compliant and resilient operation.
One of the most underestimated areas of driver wellbeing is sleep. Long shifts, changing schedules and overnight work can make quality rest difficult to achieve, and even small sleep deficits build up quickly. Well-rested drivers are safer drivers and that benefits everyone.
To help tackle this, we created the Sleep On It podcast series. It focuses on practical ways to improve sleep, from establishing routines and understanding sleep cycles to tackling specific challenges like getting rest in hot weather or sleeping well in a cab. These short episodes are designed to be easy to listen to on breaks or between shifts, giving drivers advice they can put into practice straight away.
This is a resource you can share with your team as part of your own wellbeing and safety initiatives. Supporting your drivers to sleep better is one of the simplest, most effective steps you can take to reduce risk and improve performance.
