RECOVERY INDUSTRY “SURVIVE SAFETY RULES” Steve Ives - Working Group 1

Background Numerous policies, procedures and protocols embedded in training Too often investigations reveal technicians are either: Doing something they should not be doing Not doing something they should be doing All the procedures have been boiled down into ten Overarching Rules being launched today as “SURVIVE Safety Rules”

Rule No1. Take reasonable care of my own safety , the safety of my colleagues and the motoring public. Only when you are safe can you make the customer safe Remember, you are in your “work zone” – the customer could be out of their “comfort zone” Rule No2. Work within current legislation and maintain an up to date knowledge of relevant rules and laws. Remember you are a professional driver and professional recovery/breakdown operator Do not assume recovery are exempt

Rule No4. Think before I act, if unsure, seek guidance. Rule No3. Only act within my level of authority/expertise and never exceed them. Understand what you can reasonably do given the circumstances Work with the other professionals, Police and Traffic Officers Rule No4. Think before I act, if unsure, seek guidance. Continually dynamically Risk Assess through the job Work in the safest manner possible

Rule No5. Challenge safety related non-compliance by others and report if necessary. If you see something plainly dangerous, raise your concern Remember this out on the road or in the yard Rule No6. Use warning beacons to there best effect, responsibly and only when necessary. Only use beacons when causing a hazard. Don’t use them when they are not required

Rule No8. Always use the correct PPE for the task in hand. Rule No7. Resolve incidents in the best way possible, using the safest options available. Every incident is different, choose the safest method to suit the job In high risk locations do what ever is quickest, repair or recovery Rule No8. Always use the correct PPE for the task in hand. Keep PPE well maintained and replace it when unserviceable See and be seen

Rule No9. Use all breakdown/recovery equipment in accordance with instructions and training given. Make sure you understand what kit you have been trained on and you can use Training should be ongoing, take the opportunity when ever training is offered Rule No10. Accept that I am responsible and accountable for my actions. Be confident Be professional

SURVIVE SAFETY RULES LAUNCH Launch at this seminar Posters on many of the stands Business card size handouts Post onto WWW.SURVIVEGROUP.ORG for free download