Hear from some of the best drivers on the road:
Experienced educator
A 30-year UPS Circle of Honour driver, Manny Flores is a proud member of his building’s safety committee. For two decades, he has been teaching safety to his co-workers and stressing the importance of self-care.
‘I want to help drivers understand that you don’t mess with this heat‘, said Manny. ‘You have to stay hydrated and take care of yourself.’
Mentoring younger generations
Meet Cal Murray, a UPS driver with 50 years of safe driving who has covered an astonishing 4 million miles – enough to circle the globe 160 times over!
‘I observe drivers daily and point out what they are doing right and where they can improve’, he said. ‘I want them to be as safe as possible and return home to their families.’
Follow the leader
With 25+ years of safe driving, Brea shares her UPS training with her family. Now her son, Alfonso, works at UPS too. Brea says the key to safety is being aware of your surroundings.
'I always pay attention to what is in front of me and what is on the sides. I check my mirrors every five to eight seconds‘, she said.
An expert opinion
Circle of Honour driver Darryl has served on his local safety committee for 10 years, teaching other employees to stay safe on the job.
'You have to expect the unexpected. We never anticipate anything bad happening, but you have to be ready for it,' he said.
Learn from the best
This team of Tonys is top tier when it comes to being safe. Their passion for safety led these two drivers to serving on the same UPS safety committee.
‘The overall attitude at UPS is safety first. That is how we approach every day,' said Anthony.
‘Every environment, every challenge, we’re ready for it every day‘, said Tony.
