'Winterizing' your drivers' driving habits.(Logistics)

Roadways will be even more congested during this Holiday season, crowded with even more preoccupied drivers. Add inclement weather to this mix and you get ever-more stressful driving conditions and a greater likelihood for accidents.

By this time, fleets have typically prepared their vehicles for winter operation. Many fleets, however, overlook "winterizing" their drivers' driving habits. Driving on ice and snow requires different techniques than driving on dry roads. Here are some suggestions to help you prepare your drivers for the challenges that come with delivering beverages during this hectic time of year.

Attitude adjustment--Drivers can expect increased traffic with more inattentive drivers so they will need extra patience. Because of these traffic conditions, a cell phone should only be used …