b'GrowthINSURANCE SOLUTIONSTransportation MitigationHow screenings can safeguard your vehicle servicesby Jon Barron and James DickAs we step into a new year, its a great time to reflect onGallagher offers this complimentary service to participat-the systems and processes that help protect our ministriesing member ministries.and the people we serve. Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) screening is one such process. Whether your teamCommunicate clearly:Educate staff and volunteers transports guests, delivers supplies, or supports outreachon why MVR checks are necessary and how they align efforts, a strong MVR screening program ensures smoothwith your ministrys mission. Framing this proactive step operations and safeguards everyone involved.fosters understanding and cooperation. The largest and most frequent insurance claims across theAddress personal auto use:If staff or volunteers use network are vehicle related. MVR screening is the first parttheir personal vehicles for ministry purposes, ensure of the standard three-part driver safety program (the otherthey are MVR screened and carry the adequate liability two being initial training and ongoing monitoring).limits on their personal auto insurance (at least $100K per injured person). Higher limits help protect the individ-Common questions and concernsual and the ministry; most courts will allow a ministryWhy does every driver need to be screened?to be sued if there is an at-fault accident by a volunteeror employee.Screening isnt about mistrust; its about being proactive. Drivers may have past incidents on their records thatMVR screening helps our ministries balance the grace and indicate potential risks, even if they are committed totransformation that define our work with responsibility to supporting the mission. An MVR check provides clarity,protect people and resources. By maintaining a strong helping avoid preventable incidents.MVR program, we foster care, accountability, and pre-paredness. A small investment today can lead to a safer, What if someone has a bad record but has changed? stronger ministry tomorrow. Transformation is at the heart of ministry work, and it is(Our thanks to Joey Dziewulski, Marquis Burt, and Morgan to be celebrated. However, balancing grace with respon- Connally, our Gallagher teammates who help staff our sibility is key. A nuanced approach allows us to honorMVR client servicesand a special thanks to Joey for his someones growth while protecting others.help in writing this article!)Practical tips for a stronger programInvest in quality checks:Use a comprehensive MVRJon Barron and James Dick serve as national directors of the Citygate screening tool that pulls data from national databases.Network Endorsed Insurance Pro-This ensures youre not missing critical information, suchgram, administered by our contract as offenses that occurred in other states. The Citygatepartner, Gallagher. More information Networks endorsed Insurance Program through is available for members through the Member Portal under Partner Perks.citygatenetwork.org 56'