Workplace Transport Review

Ensuring safety in workplace transport operations is crucial for maintaining a secure and efficient working environment. Our Workplace Transport Review is a comprehensive service designed to manage and mitigate transport risks on site, following the Health and Safety Executive's (HSE) principles of safe driver, safe vehicle, and safe site.

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Why is a Workplace Transport Review essential?

The Workplace Transport Review is essential for industries where transport activities are a significant part of daily operations. This includes manufacturing and logistics sectors where frequent pickups, deliveries and the use of forklifts are commonplace. The review provides an in-depth analysis and recommendations to enhance safety protocols and reduce the likelihood of accidents.

The review covers several critical aspects of workplace transport safety:

Safe site

Traffic routes: Assessing and optimising traffic flow to prevent accidents.

Visibility: Improving sightlines to reduce blind spots.

Lighting: Ensuring adequate lighting in all areas to enhance visibility.

Loading and unloading: Establishing safe procedures for these high-risk activities.

Segregation of pedestrians: Ensuring clear separation between vehicles and pedestrian pathways.

Speed: Implementing appropriate speed limits and monitoring compliance.

Parking: Optimising parking arrangements for safety and efficiency.

Safe people

Driver selection: Ensuring that only qualified and competent drivers operate vehicles.

Competence: Regularly assessing and maintaining driver competence.

Training: Providing comprehensive training to all personnel involved in transport operations.

Safe vehicle

Maintenance and repair: Ensuring all vehicles are regularly serviced and maintained.

Visibility and reversing aids: Using technology to enhance driver awareness and reduce accidents during reversing.

Vehicle sensors and alarms: Implementing advanced safety features to alert drivers of potential hazards.

The Workplace Transport Review culminates in a detailed report that includes:

Introduction: A summary of the objectives, focusing on assessing and improving safety measures related to transport activities.

Methodology:The review process involves on-site observations, staff interviews and examination of relevant documentation such as incident reports and current safety protocols. Photographs and site maps are used to highlight areas of concern and suggest improvements.

Key findings: Categorised under safe driver, safe vehicle and safe site, these findings identify critical areas needing attention.

Recommendations: Tailored suggestions to enhance safety in transport operations.

Conclusion: Emphasises the importance of implementing the recommendations to mitigate risks and ensure a safer working environment.

Appendix:Includes photographs and site maps for visual reference

Benefits for employers

- - - - Independent expertise: Gain insights from seasoned safety professionals.
      - Specific recommendations: Receive tailored advice to make your site safer and more efficient.
      - Improved safety: Implementing the review’s recommendations helps to reduce the risk of accidents, promoting a culture of safety among employees.