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Courier Blog Series: How To Avoid Injury At Work Lifting And Driving Safety?

Accidents on the job are all too common. From slips, falls and lifting-induced injuries to road traffic accidents and theft, there is an array of factors that can jeopardise your health and safety. To prevent injuries, keep in mind the following tips. Car Maintenance/Driving Equipment Make sure that all equipment on the vehicle is in […]

Courier Blog Series: White Van Drivers Targeted By Fraudulent Insurance Claims

White van men are being warned to be vigilant this year after reports that they are increasingly being targeted by crash-for-cash-fraud rings. In 2014, reports by APU, an anti-fraud firm, found that light commercial vehicles were involved inaround a third of all deliberate collisions. The number of these incidents is at record levels and shows […]

Courier Blog Series: How To Avoid Scams And Fraudulent Jobs Given Out By Courier Driver Services

Courier scams or phishing is a newer type of scam that is causing more and more problems for the general public and courier drivers. Often, a fraudster will call a victim and trick that person into packaging money or valuables, then contact a courier driver and have the driver pick up the parcel and deliver […]

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Courier Blog Series: How To Get Jobs And Money As A Courier Driver

Most courier drivers can earn a decent salary. And, with a higher demand for drivers today, it’s likely that drivers will see a salary increase. However, those who are just starting out may not earn as much as someone who has been in the field for a few years. A driver’s income is largely dependent upon his or […]

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Courier Blog Series Top 10 Pieces Of Kit Needed To Be A Courier Driver

In addition to your mode of transportation – a van, car, motorcycle or bicycle – there are several other items that courier drivers should carry with them at all times. While the size of the vehicle and length of the route may determine how much each driver is able to carry, the following are basics that will […]

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Courier Blog Series: How To Start Up As A Courier Driver

Now is the perfect time to get into the courier business. With more people shopping online and relying on home delivery services, there is a greater need for drivers and deliverers. Armed with a passion for driving and a little research, getting into the industry is quite simple. Many people work for established businesses, but there […]

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Do I Need Specific Courier Insurance To Be A Courier?

Strictly speaking, no. As a courier, you require a number of specific insurances to do your job properly. These can be arranged under one umbrella ‘Courier Insurance’ policy or purchased separately. Combining all your insurances as part of one Courier Insurance plan can be beneficial in that everything you need is covered under one simplified policy, which […]

What Kinds Of Courier Vehicles Can You Cover?

Insurance Revolution specialises in Courier Van Insurance and Courier Car Insurance. This means that our team will be able to help you find the right level of insurance for your courier van or car, so you can deliver with complete peace of mind. However, we are actively considering providing Courier Motorbike Insurance. Our experienced panel […]

Do The Type Of Goods I’m Transporting Affect The Price Of My Courier Insurance?

In general, most couriers do not know exactly what they are carrying at any one time, so if you are not expressly aware of what you are transporting, you will not be penalised in terms of insurance costs for carrying high-value goods. That being said, it’s always wise to try and understand what you’re transporting, […]

What Insurance Cover Is Recommended For Couriers?

Whether you’re an experienced courier or just starting a business, understanding what insurance coverage you need can be confusing. To simplify things, Insurance Revolution has compiled this quick summary of the different courier driver insurance options that you should be aware of. Courier van insurance with goods in transit cover Goods in Transit Insurance provides cover for when […]