Episode description
Episode description
What does it take to transition from a structured policing career to a flexible and impactful role in road safety?
In this episode, Hattie Hlad is joined once again by Olly Tayler, a retired traffic police officer turned road safety trainer, to discuss his remarkable journey. Throughout the episode, Olly shares his insights into leveraging decades of experience to drive positive change in road safety education and how former officers can embark on rewarding second careers.
- (00:00) - Introduction and Welcome
- (00:45) - Olly's Background in Policing
- (02:12) - Transitioning from Police to Road Safety
- (05:51) - Challenges and Differences in Commercial Sector
- (12:34) - Freelance Life and Personal Impact
- (18:29) - Advice for Retiring Officers
- (23:39) - Collaborations and Influences
- (30:49) - Future Goals and Sector Changes
About the guest:
Olly Tayler is a seasoned professional with 30 years of service in the Devon and Cornwall Police. Olly spent half his career in the traffic department, where he developed a passion for road safety, particularly among young drivers. Since retiring, Olly has become a freelance road safety trainer and consultant, working with organisations like First Car, PDT Fleet Solutions, and Co Pilot. He heads the The Honest Truth young driver project, focusing on early intervention to instil safe driving habits. A dedicated advocate for behaviour change, Olly combines his policing expertise with innovative approaches to driver education, helping organisations reduce road risk and enhance safety culture.
About the host:
Hattie Hlad works for PDT fleet training as the coordinator of LGV advanced training, an investment for the next generation of drivers, funded by Pertemps Driver Division. Hattie made the move from fashion to the logistics training sector in early 2022. She jumped at the opportunity to become the host of Driven by Excellence to give her the opportunity to learn from some of the industry's best! Plus, she loves to chat… her friends often describe her conversations as ‘Chats with Hat’s’!
PDT Fleet Training Solutions:
Founded in 2009, PDT Fleet Training Solutions delivers quality driver training services throughout the UK to enhance Driver skills, Driver behaviours and improve on-road safety. Driving is one of the most dangerous work-related activities in the country, with accidents occurring week in, week out on our roads. PDT Fleet Training Solutions offer a preventative and proactive approach with their wide range of courses.