The 10 most common banksman mistakes employers make

Vehicle movements remain one of the most significant workplace risks. While the most serious incidents can result in life-changing injuries or fatalities, employers are far more likely to experience the day-to-day consequences of low-speed vehicle manoeuvring accidents, including damage to vehicles, equipment and site infrastructure.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reports that nearly a quarter of all workplace transport deaths occur during reversing manoeuvres and notes that many other reversing accidents “cause costly damage to vehicles, equipment and premises”, leading to repair costs, downtime, investigations and operational disruption.

Properly trained banksmen play an important role in controlling these risks where reversing cannot be avoided.

Guide summary

This e-book explores the 10 most common mistakes that employers make when it comes to banksman operations. From training to processes, and avoiding complacency, use this free guide from RoSPA to identify common weaknesses that could be increasing risk, disruption and unnecessary costs.