Transport Hazards and Risk Control
Safe movement of vehicles in the workplace
Hazards from vehicle movement in the workplace
Driving too fast (especially around corners)
Reversing
Overturning
Collisions with other vehicles
Collisions with other pedestrians or fixed objects
Silent operation (electric forklifts)
Driver's visibility compromised
Factors that increase the risk of overturning
Overloading or uneven loading
Insecure or unstable loads
Driving with loads elevated (forklift)
Driving too fast, cornering at excessive speed
Sudden braking or acceleration
Driving across slopes
Uneven tyre pressure
Driving over potholes
Factors that increase the risk of collisions
Lack of segregation between pedestrians and vehicles
Lack of safe crossing points on vehicle routes
Excessive speed
Need to reverse
Inadequate lighting & direction signs
Driver unfamiliar with site
Driver's visibility compromised
Environmental conditions (e.g. rain, fog)
Unfamiliar with vehicle
Hazards from non-movement operations
Loading & unloading
Securing loads
Sheeting
Coupling
Vehicle maintenance activities
Control measures for safe workplace transport operations
Controls focus on 3 key areas
The Site
Suitability of traffic routes
Adequate for the volume of traffic
Wide enough to handle types of vehicle
Designed & constructed to bear the weight placed on them
Clearly marked and signed
Adequately drained
Management of vehicle operations
Control vehicle access by scheduling
One-way systems to avoid the need to reverse
Turning circles where reversing cannot be avoided
Speed limits clearly signed
Use of vehicle marshals (banksmen)
Inform visitor drivers of site rules
Secure keys when vehicles not in use
Environmental conditions
Ensure vehicle routes are not obstructed
Avoid slopes & changes in level
Ensure adequate lighting
Mirrors on blind corners
Segregation of pedestrians and vehicles
Separate routes for pedestrians & vehicles
Barriers (where possible) between pedestrians & vehicles
Clearly marked crossing point where pedestrians must cross vehicle routes
Pedestrians to where high visibility jackets
The Vehicle
Ensure vehicles are suitable for the task & the environment
Ensure vehicles are equipped with reversing aids (e.g. mirrors, proximity detectors)
Conduct regular, scheduled maintenance
Install driver protection & restraint systems (roll over protection & seat belts)
The Driver
Selection of drivers (suitable physical & mental fitness)
Compliance with national & local laws (e.g. driving licences)
Information, instruction, training & supervision
Vehicle marshals
Hi-vis
Rules for drivers
Comply with traffic management system
Comply with speed limits
Avoid reversing
Only park in designated areas
Apply handbrake when parked
Do not leave keys in vehicle
Rules for pedestrians
Keep to designated walkways
Wear high visibility clothing
Use correct crossing points
Observe safety signs
Be aware of and expect vehicle movement near roadways
Escort visitors
No running
Driving at Work
Managing work-related road safety
Policy
Commitment to manage driving risks
Safe systems of work
Risk assessment
Establish controls
Regular checks on licence status of drivers
Systems for insurance of vehicles
Monitoring
Ensure driver hours are not exceeded
Regular monitoring of 'problem' drivers
Electronic surveillance monitoring (GPS systems)
Organisation
Human resources - selection of drivers & checking licences
Training department - responsible for training of drivers
Despatch department - responsible for journey scheduling
Maintenance department - responsible for scheduled repair & replacement of parts
Legal responsibilities of individuals on public roads
Fitness to drive (adequate vision, reporting certain health conditions to DVLA)
Driver competence (holds a valid licence)
Vehicle condition (driver ensuring vehicle checks, not overloading vehicle)
Factors that increase the risk of being involved in a road traffic accident
Speeding
Fatigue
Weather conditions
Work schedules
Distractions (e.g. mobile phone)
Alcohol & drugs
Vehicle condition
Control measures to reduce the risk of a road traffic accident (RTA)
The Journey
Route to be taken - Plan route
Scheduling (e.g. avoiding peak times)
Allowing sufficient time
Not driving in poor weather - make own assessment of risks to drive in bad weather to leave before or after it sets in.
The Vehicle
Equipment - handsfree, limiters
Ensure vehicle is suitable for the task and the environment
Pre-use inspection & regular maintenance
Driver protection & restraint systems (roll over protection & seat belts)
Reversing aids (e.g. extra mirrors, proximity detectors)
Safety critical information (tyre pressures, headlight adjustment, weight restrictions)
Safety equipment (e.g. emergency triangle)
Ergonomic considerations (adjustability of seat, steering wheel, sleeping in the cab)
Storage of the materials and how they're stacked
The Driver
Selections of drivers (suitable physical & mental fitness)
Information, instruction, training & supervision
Testing of driver
Compliance with local laws (e.g speed limits)
Surveillance (GPS system)
Content of Driver training
Legal duties
Safe driving rules
Health issues
Pre-operational safety checks
Planning routes
Safe working load of vehicle
Safe parking & parking restrictions
Refuelling operations
What to do if in an accident