Leaving the Vehicle

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LEAVING THE VEHICLE

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PREVENTING THEFT
EXITING THE VEHICLE
HEALTH & SAFETY

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]PREVENTING LORRY & LOAD THEFT

Road freight crime is a common problem across Europe and costs the UK economy up to £250 million every year.

This causes huge economic loss and disruption to the haulage industry and its drivers. Lorries and their trailer loads are often very valuable; criminals know this so will look to target vulnerable vehicles and loads to steal them.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Be Secure

Always secure your lorry when you leave it – lock and set alarms.

Always take your keys with you – never leave them in the cab.

While driving – lock the trailer load doors.

Lock your cab when loading or unloading.

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Plan your route before you start your journey.

Avoid taking the same routes or stops for breaks. A recognisable pattern makes you an easier target for criminals.

Arrange a procedure with your company for authorising changes to your delivery destination.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”76142″ img_size=”medium”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Be Aware

Never pick up passengers.

Do not leave your personal property on view in the cab.

Avoid talking about loads or routes with other drivers or customers (including over radios and telephones).

Protect documents such as shipping orders and consignment notes. If these are stolen, criminals can use them to pick up valuable loads.

Vary your route
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Park Safely

Before starting your journey, decide where you are going to park overnight.

Use secure overnight lorry parks

Park with the loading doors close to another vehicle or wall.

When returning to your lorry, check for signs of any interference.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”mulled_wine” border_width=”5″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]EXITING THE VEHICLE

Prior to exiting your vehicle apply the parking brake.

ALWAYS check your offside mirror before opening the door – Checking for cyclists moving past your vehicle

Maintain 3 points of contact when leaving or getting into your cab.

Lock and secure your vehicle[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”76143″ img_size=”medium”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”mulled_wine” border_width=”5″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]HEALTH & SAFETY

Loading and unloading areas should be:

Clear of other traffic, pedestrians and people not involved in loading or unloading.

Clear of overhead electric cables so there is no chance touching them, or of electricity jumping to ‘earth’ through machinery, loads or people.

Level. To maintain stability, trailers should be parked on firm level ground.

Ensure the vehicle or trailer has its brakes applied and all stabilisers are used. The vehicle should be as stable as possible.

Drivers should:

Wear high visibility clothing when exiting the vehicle

Be trained in the correct method for loading and unloading of their vehicle.

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