Workpkace Transport Safety Flashcards
What 3 things need to be considered for workplace transport safety risk assessments?
Vehicle
Driver
Working environment
What are 5 key points for vehicle safety?
Suitable for purpose and environment
Up to required standards
Designed so that users can work from ground where possible
Fitted with devices and mirrors that allow viewing all around them
Regularly maintained and inspected
Fitted with warning devices such as alarms and bright paintwork
What factors should be considered in regards to driver safety?
Have appropriate skills / licence
Additional training and monitoring
Training records for staff, can also assist in job allocation
Health of driver, are they still fit to drive? - DVLA offer guidance
What are the 5 S’s in regards to site design for vehicle safety?
Segregation
Safe traffic routes
Speed
Signage
Sight
What are high risk activities in regards to vehicle safety?
Reversing
Loading and unloading
What activities require specific training?
Coupling and uncoupling
Operating certain machinery such as tractors and forklifts
Tipping
Banksman/signaller
What are the 10 workplace safety tips?
Control of entry
Separate pedestrians and vehicles
Eliminate reversing where possible
Provide clearly marked pedestrian walkways
Mark and signpost vehicle only areas
Ensure all work areas are well lit
Keep traffic routes free of obstructions
Provide impact protection on workplace vulnerable areas
Provide high visibility PPE and ensure it is used
Accompany visitors
What are 4 key things to protect lone workers safety?
Radio / communication system
GPS tracking
Fall detection
Training
