Vehicle Accident Program

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Vehicle Accident Program

Vehicle operations are the county’s greatest liability exposure and one of the leading causes of employee injury. The intent of this policy is to protect the county’s human, capital, and financial resources from accidental and intentional loss. This program will save lives, decrease injuries, minimize county costs and potential liabilities, and increase productivity and efficiency.

Vehicle Accident Prevention Model Policy

Appendix A - Employment Background

Appendix B - County Driver Reference Check

Appendix C - County MVR Review

Appendix D - Equipment Road Test

Appendix E - Road Test Certification

Appendix F - Fleet Accident Classifications

Appendix G - Vehicle Pursuit Post Incident

Appendix H - Assigned Take Home Model Policy

:: Loss Prevention Staff

The Insurance Authority Loss Prevention staff consists of four highly qualified professionals with over 84 years of diverse experience in administration, safety, loss prevention, risk control, and education, and over 5,000 hours of advanced training in safety, loss prevention and related subjects.

For Staff Bios - Click Here

:: Video Library

The Insurance Authority offers over 300 risk control videos including many topics involving animal control, detention, driving safety, fire safety, general safety, human resources, law enforcement, loss prevention, management, Road Safety.

For More Information or to Reserve a Video -

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:: Risk Assessments and Other Resources

The Insurance Authority uses risk matrix processes to evaluate the severity, frequency and probability of risk.

The Insurance Authority has cultivated a myriad of loss prevention contacts and resources in virtually every discipline including New Mexico Corrections, DPS, NM EMS Bureau, NM EID, NM Fire Marshal’s Officer, to name just a few.

If you would like additional information, please inquire about NMAC's Loss Prevention services at:

losspreventioninquiry@nmcounties.org.