POS_SWP 16_ Driving Port Vehicles

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POS_SWP 16_ Driving Port Vehicles

IMPORTANT

Please Note you must agree and email your acceptance to all of the SAFE WORKING PRACTICES. Once you have read them, click here to see the Form at the foot of the last page

	SWP: Use of Port Vehicles	Ref No:POS_SWP 16 Use of Port Vehicles
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		Date: 05/07/21
Key Hazards	Risks	Personal Protective Equipment
Traffic Pedestrians Weather conditions Mechanical failure Site/Road conditions Loads or attachments Noise Fatigue	Accidents involving other vehicles or pedestrians. Overturning Loss of load Hearing damage	As appropriate for the vehicle or item of plant, in accordance with policy and manufacturer’s instructions.

Ensure you are fully qualified and in possession of the skills, fitness and licence required to carry out the driving duties asked of you.
Remember, you are responsible at all times for the safety of your vehicle and load.
Prior to use complete check sheets in accordance to manufacturer’s instructions
Walk around your machine to ensure it is free from obstructions or people.
Keep your machine tidy and free from tools, personal property and other obstructions that may foul the controls.
When reversing, satisfy yourself that the way is clear. It is preferable to use a banksman, especially where there are obstructions to vision.
Always wear seatbelts provided.
Check guards, chains, shafts etc. are in good order and in date for test where appropriate.
Ensure headlights and/or flashing beacons are used, as appropriate.
Keep to the designated traffic route, and within the defined speed limit.
Minimise the distance that vehicles have to reverse.
Be aware of the presence of other workers or members of the public.
Inform the company of any prescribed medication that you are taking. This includes any changes to your prescribed medication that may affect you while driving.

Do Not

 Do not carry unauthorised passengers.

 Do not allow passengers to ride anywhere other than in the seat provided.

 No vehicle shall be used for towing unless it is equipped for the purpose.

 Never ride on towbars or towed equipment.

 Never leave a vehicle unattended unless it is stopped and locked.

 Do not remain in the vehicle when being loaded by mechanical means, except where cab protection is fitted.

 Never overload the vehicle, but ensure all loads are secure.

 Never smoke or use mobile devices when refuelling machine, use funnels to avoid spillage.

 Never use a machine you know to be defective. Report to your manager.

 Never use vehicles or plant for a purpose for which it is not intended

 Staff should not eat, drink, or wear headphones when driving.

 Mobile phone use prohibited and enforced when driving unless using a hands-free kit.

 Staff should be fit to operate vehicle/plant and must ensure that they are not under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

 Travel at more than 1mph when travelling over port speed control measures in laden or unladen vehicles/plant.

Specific Training Requirements:

Appropriate plant operator ticket. Current driving license for class of vehicle, where necessary (See overleaf of Driving License for specific requirements)

Risk Assessments: