Health and Safety

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Introduction

Health and safety law applies to on-the-road work activities as to all work activities, and the risks should be effectively managed within a health and safety management system.

However, if such a system is too complicated for the number of vehicles in use and resources too scarce, then there is the danger that tasks remain undone and the officers of the company, themselves, may face prosecution for negligence in the event of a major accident.

Set out below are a number of straightforward initiatives which will help you to ensure the safety of your drivers, their passengers and other road users including pedestrians. This reasonable and balanced approach informs the drivers so they can exercise their individual responsibilities.

In this section:

1. A Sound Health and Safety Policy.
2. 'Safe Driving for Work' Fact Sheets.
3. Speed Limits and Stopping Distances.
4. Corporate Liability – Areas of Risk.

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