Written by admin on June 13, 2008 – 4:29 pm
Driving at work is a high risk area for all drivers, but 4×4 operators are exposed to added risks every day.
Health and Safety legislation is designed to keep these risks to a minimum.
Driving at Work - this should be the first thing that any HR or Fleet Manager reads - applicable to all drivers.
Short guide to Health & Safety regulations - simple to follow and implement.
Five steps to Risk Assessment - this is something that all drivers should make themselves familiar with. Off-road situations especially require a systematic approach to hazards and the risk assessment model is a useful one to follow. HR and Fleet Management should have a risk management background already, but if not then this really is a simple guide to follow.
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) - though normal cars are not covered in PUWER, 4×4s with their specialised equipment (low-range gear boxes, diff-locks etc) and winching and recovery equipment are covered by the regulations. This simple guide lets HR & Fleet know what they need to do with regards to training, information and use of specialist equipment.
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) - this is the short guide to the LOLER regulations which cover all lifting operations. Many 4×4 recovery situations requiring winching off-road come under these regulations and this short guide can help operators and employers to understand what is required to stay safe.
Site Inspection Checklist - This is a good list to run through for any person in charge of vehicles on a site, on or off-road. Combining this with the risk assessment process should ensure a safe site for normal vehicles and 4×4s.
Managing Health & Safety - For anyone serious about Health & Safety then a few minutes spent reading through this guide will be repayed many times over. Understanding how to implement effective systems will ensure your fleet is safe and efficient.
If you want us to help you ensure the safety and efficiency of your 4×4 fleet, contact us:
01524 37746