Driver & Loader Commercial Collections: Risk Assessment Doc Ref: IM 100
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Hazard / Risk
Control Measures
Additional control measures/Site specific All vehicle defects to be recorded using the Driver App
Hit by falling items in cab
Store belongings in cupboards
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● Daily vehicle checks/Defect system operated ● Fire extinguisher/First aid kits to be secured in cab
VOR system in place via Truck file system to prevent driver using defective vehicle
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Checking Vehicle
Driver vehicle checks completed on Truckfile App with link to vehicle workshops.
Follow site rules and speed restrictions
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Being hit in the yard when carrying out the daily checks Being hit on the road when broken down on route Contact with chemicals e.g. de-icer, ad blue, oils
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• Vehicle pre start checks – defect system in pace • Carry out checks in well-lit area • Wearing PPE including high visibility clothing & Gloves • Wait in a safe place while waiting for recovery • Return to depot and change contaminated clothing • Remove gloves before eating/drinking • Use head torch to assist • Never use a vehicle with a safety related defect • Report all vehicle defects • Do not touch hot engine parts i.e. exhaust systems and head tanks. • Only approved trained staff to carry out repairs. • Never walk or work under an unpropped body/hopper. Use body props in all instances
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Enter/Exit Vehicle
Approved safety boots/trainers to be worn
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Slips/trips & falls
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• Ensure soles of boots are clean and free from debris i.e. mud. • Check mirrors before exiting • 3 points of contact for exit/access vehicle
Injuring Public when opening doors.
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Document Issue 01 21/08/2024 Approved by: AB
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