1. Role, responsibility and influence of professionals involved in the chain of road transport logistics Vilnius, 29 November 2012 Vladas Stančinskis The Head of Ltd. „Stanvita“, Lithuania (c) IRU Academy 2012

2. Ltd. „ Stanvita “

3. Role of the enterprise Safe transport policy includes the following : Safe infrastucture; Safety of drivers; Safety of vehicles; Cargo safety. (c) IRU Academy 2012

4. Safety of drivers Careful selection of drivers; Medical check-up before the journey; Control and analysis of driving time and rest periods of the drivers; Sustainable training; Mobile communication; Drivers’ health insurance.

5. Safety of vehicles Usage of vehicles and semi-trailers that comply with necessary technical requirements; Annual technical inspection and certification; Equipment of satellite monitoring system; Obligatory technical inspection before the journey; Operative repair service at authorized VOLVO service centers; CASCO insurance for all vehicles; During transport any stops possible only at guarded parking places.

6. Cargo security If cargo positioning scheme is contradictory to secure cargo transportation, the driver (as foreseen by legal acts) has to refuse the commencement of the transport until the elimination of the drawbacks. The driver has no right to leave the loading place without proper securing of the cargo and without the forwarder’s permission.

7. Cargo safety Usage of reliable semi-trailers having 26 pairs of internal cargo securing eyelets; Tilts with protection; Timely replacement of fire extinguishers; Fixing straps, rubber anti-skid mats and, if necessary, chains must be in all vehicles; Cargo loading and securing monitored by a professional; Carrier’s liability insurance (CMR).

8. Problematic issues related with cargo securing Human factor – the driver’s fault; Insufficient responsibility of the consignor; The driver’s non-compliance with secure loading instructions; Absence of securing means; Quality of securing means.

9. Equipment Every vehicle shall have: 15 fastening straps and 30 T-squares; Anti-skid mats; Four universal boards; In agreement with the consignor, chains, covering sheets, etc. may be additionally used.

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