© Les Kelly Complete Training UK 2012 Driver Certificate of Professional Competence Course 7 Operational Procedures

© Les Kelly Complete Training UK 2012 Subjects Covered 1. Health & Safety, Working at Height & Manual Handling 2. Accidents & the reporting of 3. Load securing (not Rope & Sheet) 4. Alcohol & Drugs 5. Breakdowns 6. Coupling & uncoupling 7. Weights & dimensions 8. Air suspension & lift axles 9. Tail lifts

© Les Kelly Complete Training UK 2012 HSE may prosecute either or both the Employer and Employee for any contravention of their Duties Should the Health & Safety Executive prosecute for contravention of the regulations you can expect a fine of up to £20,000 or a jail sentence of up to one year in a magistrates court, or both. Crown court fine. Unlimited. Jail up to 2 years Management of Regulations

© Les Kelly Complete Training UK 2012 Climbing onto vehicles and trailers should be kept to a minimum. If it cannot be avoided the following guidance should be adhered to. When using the steps make sure that the handholds are also used which will make sure that the three points of contact are maintained A minimum distance of 1 metre should be kept from any exposed edge to avoid falling None slip safety shoes must be worn Do not pull a pallet truck to the edge of the vehicle or onto the tail-lift, push it so that you can see where the edge is and you do not fall Health & Safety Guidance

© Les Kelly Complete Training UK 2012 Accidents & the reporting of:

© Les Kelly Complete Training UK 2012 The highway code gives information under Penalties as follows: Offence: Failing to stop after an accident or failing to report an accident Penalty: 6 months imprisonment or a £5,000 fine Disqualification: Discretionary Penalty points: 5-10 Is it worth not reporting it? Accidents & the reporting of:

© Les Kelly Complete Training UK 2012 Inspection of load The last job to do is to inspect the load for transport. You are the last person to say yes or no as you will have final responsibility as the load is in your care and on your vehicle If VOSA or the Police stop you for any reason YOU will take the blame for any problems Load securing (Without Rope and Sheet)

© Les Kelly Complete Training UK 2012 Two procedures that often cause problems even for experienced drivers If you follow this procedure list you will find a generally problem free job Coupling & Uncoupling

© Les Kelly Complete Training UK 2012 Be aware of any restrictions on your journey Weights & Dimensions

© Les Kelly Complete Training UK 2012 Most vehicles now have air ride suspension which allows for a smoother ride and protects the road and the goods carried from serious shock damage Air suspension & Lift axles