Healthy Trucking Fleet of the Year Award Presented to Celadon Group
The inaugural Healthy Trucking Fleet of the Year award, a joint initiative between FusionHealth and Navistar, was awarded to Celadon Group at their headquarters in Indianapolis.
Recognizing Excellence in Health and Wellness
This award celebrates trucking companies that effectively incorporate health and wellness programs into their operations, enhancing the overall well-being of their driver workforce.
Challenges of Maintaining Health on the Road
“Drivers are the backbone of the industry, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle while on long hauls can be challenging,” remarks Chelle Pfiffner, vice president of strategic employer solutions at FusionHealth. “This initiative aims to spotlight employer programs that promote driver health and to honor outstanding fleets that lead these efforts.”
About Celadon Group
Celadon Group is among the largest truckload carriers in North America, boasting over 4,000 employees and annual revenues surpassing $550 million. Notably, their turnover rate is nearly 50% lower than the industry average, a success partly attributed to its wellness initiatives.
Comprehensive Wellness Programs
Celadon’s wellness offerings include a fully operational health clinic on-site, providing primary healthcare, prescription services, rehabilitation for workers’ compensation, and physical therapy. Their Wellness Program also encompasses health screenings, seminars, diet and weight loss programs, nutritional guidance, exercise initiatives, and incentives for healthy lifestyle choices.
Award Evaluation Criteria
The Healthy Trucking Fleet of the Year award evaluates applicants based on how well their programs integrate into operational practices, address a variety of health issues, cater to the specific needs of the workforce, demonstrate high employee participation, and assess results based on clear success metrics.
Benefits of Winning the Award
As the winner, Celadon will receive a detailed FusionHealth Health and Productivity Assessment, a Worksite Health Station, Healthy Driver Training conducted by FusionHealth Driver Care Teams, and official recognition as the Healthy Trucking Fleet of the Year.
Finalists for the Award
Other contenders for this prestigious accolade included J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Prime Inc., and U.S. Xpress Enterprises.
For additional details about the Healthy Trucking Fleet of the Year Award, please visit www.healthytruckingawards.com.
