TOOL BOX TALKS Safe Driving

Risk Reduction Strategies Vehicle Ensure adequate insurance and licence Check condition of vehicle prior to departure: Tyres Petrol Water Windscreen Lights

Risk Reduction Strategies Speed Observe speed limits Drive at a speed appropriate for the conditions Respond to speed warning alerts Adjust arrival times to compensate for delays Plan trips on the basis of time within speed limits

Risk Reduction Strategies Fatigue Share the driving Use alternatives such as public transport or taxis Plan longer trips to allow for regular breaks encouraging drivers to take power naps if sleepy Minimise night driving (avoid driving at times when you would normally be sleeping) Enable staff to sleep overnight in motels where necessary Provide information on sleep, nutrition and drinks, such as water and coffee

Risk Reduction Strategies Mobile phone use Adopt a policy to ban the use of mobile phones while driving Comply with the ban on use of hand held phones Allow calls to go to a message bank Answer calls only after the car is pulled over to the side of the road Leave a message on voicemail advising incoming callers that you are driving and cannot take calls Do not text whilst driving

Risk Reduction Strategies Adverse conditions Use alternative routes Reschedule trips to times of less extreme conditions Provide information about driving techniques in adverse conditions, such as driving slowly in fog conditions Use specialist vehicles suitable for conditions Where appropriate, provide specialist training for driving in adverse conditions.

Risk Reduction Strategies Drugs and alcohol Adopt a zero drugs and alcohol policy for work related driving Use transport alternatives at functions with alcohol (designated driver, taxis) Avoid or minimise the use of alcohol prior to driving Comply with road rules in relation to the prescribed level of alcohol Take into account the influence of medication before driving

Risk Reduction Strategies General safety – Employee responsibilities Wear seat belt Don’t eat or drink while driving Preset music/radio and climate controls Secure any loose objects Pull over to adjust equipment, check maps or attend to personal grooming Ask passengers to help with tasks (e.g. checking map for driver).

Risk Reduction Strategies Participant transport Identify correct vehicle for participant needs Utilise back passenger seat if participant has behaviour issues Ensure seat belt worn or exemption carried Consider safe carrying numbers in vans so able to access participant in an emergency Utilise safe work procedures for strapping wheelchair or assisting participant into seat