Haulier Newsletter April 2024

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Induction

Driver Cards and Virtual Cards

• Tarmac driver induction card

• Valid driving licence for the specific vehicle type

• Driver Qualification Card (CPC)

• MPQC / MP Connect Card

• Tacho Card (Drivers Card)

Drivers should carry these cards with them at all times. All records must be kept up-to-date.

NO ONECARD - NO LOAD

Virtual OneCard and the Vircarda app

OneCard system allows card holders to hold both a Physical and Virtual card, or only one of these.

The virtual card is maintained in a virtual wallet app called Vircarda, which is stored on the card holder’s mobile device (either Android or iOS).

The virtual card QR code can be scanned/swiped in the same way as the physical card, allowing to verify, competencies.

When a cardholder uses their virtual OneCard on site, the smart QR code generated through the Vircarda app refreshes every 30 seconds or when scanned. The Vircarda app must be used to generate the QR code every time a cardholder swipes into a site or is requested to present their OneCard.

Benefits of a virtual card

• Reminder of competences due to expire 3 months prior to expiry and day competence is due to expire. This allows time to get booked on to training or update competence to stop any delays in being loaded

• Safety alerts and video direct to Vircarda app

• Any messaging direct to Vircarda app.

Tickets

Driver’s are responsible for checking delivery instruction prior to departing.

Delivery Ticket or ePOD must be completed correctly otherwise this may delay or stop payments.

Guidelines are available speak to the Transport Team.

SAFETY

Get a grip

Always ensure that 3 points of contact are maintained by facing the vehicle cab on entry and exit.

We have recently had several incidents on our sites in the South East recently where trucks have collided with site barriers, gates etc causing damage to property.

The incidents in themselves are a concern and are investigated to find out the root cause, but a serious issue for the transport team is that several of these incidents have not been reported by the driver and/or haulier at the time,

No surprise rule

and have only been picked up later due to the damage being noticed by the site team and/or site cctv footage reviewed. Relevant drivers have been suspended with immediate effect by the Transport Team.

This is totally unacceptable, and all drivers are made aware of the reporting requirements when they are inducted by the Transport Team. There is no reason any incident should not be reported to the site team, planning team, or transport team at the time of the incident.

All safety incidents, accidents and near hits must be notified to Tarmac as soon as it is safe to do so.

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Arrival at site

Driver Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)

Refer to local site inductions

It is important when driving on behalf of Tarmac that you follow any PPE rules for the site.

We are having a high number of issues for PPE not being worn on Tarmac and Customer sites.

Please see below some examples:

• Boots not laced up

• Wrong type of boots

• Not wearing gloves

• Not wearing safety glasses/goggles

• Excessive dirt

Appropriate clean PPE applicable for site:

Safety hat (chin strap mandatory)

Safety glasses / goggles

Safety gloves

Hi-Vis jacket or long sleeve vest (must be fastened at all times)

Hi-Vis trousers

Lace up ankle safety boots

Items to be carried and available Must be worn when specified Click to

NB: Does not apply to Packed Product sites.

Centurian concept roofer white vented reduced-peak slip-ratchet helmet + TA23

Centurian Nexus EN 397 four-point chin strap

Repairs and cleaning

JSP EVOLite Skyworker white vented wheel-ratchet safety helmet

You must seek and gain approval prior to completing any repairs on site from site management and have the relevant documentation.

All vehicle maintenance staff must report to the site office on arrival for instructions, directions and all relevant documentation to be completed before repair work takes place. Only ever use tools for cleaning vehicles that are fit for purpose and always STOP THINK.

If you have a task - ask!

Next month we will have a list of tasks that can be carried out.

Always remember to ASK SITE if unsure - STOP THINK

Ear defenders Head torch Respiratory protection Lone working device may be given to use on some sites

HIGHLIGHTS Safety

(Tarmac Vehicle Specification)

Load security Wheel Nut Indicators

MPA Drivers handbook

Please make sure your drivers have a copy of the MPA Drivers handbook.

You would think that in this new-found age of Health and Safety that accidents involving detached vehicle wheels would be a thing of the past. Unfortunately, you’d be wrong, and a quick online news search would unfortunately yield numerous results that show that the devastating, and often life threatening, consequences of a detached wheel are all too commonplace. With a multitude of wheel safety devices available, one of the longest serving solutions has been the wheel nut indicator. Used effectively for over 20 years to provide a visual warning of any change in wheel nut integrity, giving drivers that all-important early warning sign that a wheel nut has lost tension and could cause a serious accident if left unattended. Whilst visual indicators are a brilliant tool to minimise the risk of wheel detachment, they don’t prevent wheel loss, they simply provide a visual cue of any issues.

We are receiving several complaints from members of the public about loose materials in various forms (usually claiming damage to property). The highways agency reported several thousand road impact incidents was caused by objects falling from vehicles. This is dangerous to all road users. This resulted in the closure of either a single lane or the full carriageway. This places a significant financial burden on the UK economy from: time wasted in traffic, damage to goods, damage to infrastructure.

So please remind your drivers the importance of load security before going back onto the highway.

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Rollovers HIGHLIGHTS Safety

Truck Mixer and Highway Stability

Be aware of additional risks when travelling to nd from sites. Mixers are more vulnerable due to higher centre of gravity, spinning drum and dynamic loads.

Adjust speed of mixer drum to reflect the condition of the road.

DON’T - drive too fast going through bends, roundabouts and corners

DON’T - hit or ride kerbs

DON’T - make sudden or harsh steering inputs

DON’T - brake suddenly or harshly

DON’T - ignore the camber of the road in relation to stability.

The best way to avoid an overturn is:

Safe speed

Always adopt a cautious speed and go slow when approaching, entering, driving through or exiting a bend, roundabout or corner. An increase in speed around a corner as little as 3 miles per hour can increase the chance of an overturn by as much as 20%.

Safe load

When transporting ‘sticky’ concrete, with a slump 20-50mm, avoid rotating the drum during travel.

Seatbelt

Always wear a seatbelt, just incase you are involved in an overturn incident - it could save your life.

Materials Business using Masternaut

Over the past few years Tarmac have invested heavily in this tracking and telematics technology with the intention of fitting the whole contract haulier fleet.

We have worked to improve accuracy and coverage across the fleet and the Transport Team has received full training on this system if you have any queries or concerns just ask.

Three key measures are...

1. Speeding – Health & Safety

2. Idling – Fuel Management

3. Turn around times at Tarmac and customer sites –Tarmac focusing on better utilization for the hauliers.

Have you got a login?

If you have the Masternaut tracker fitted to your trucks make sure you request a login, if you don’t already have one. This is free and does more than measure speeding, it’s a great tool to help manage your business so why not take a look!

Email: sally.coogan@tarmac.com

You can have as many logins as you wish to suit your business, all we require is your email address and the name of your company from an authorized person. Sally is happy to reset any previous logins if you have forgotten the password.

DVS 2024: How do you choose a supplier?

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DVS 2024:

How do you choose a supplier?

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DVS 2024: How do you choose a supplier? Advert for Tarmac

As an operator, selecting a DVS supplier can be a tricky task but the risks associated with opting for an unreliable provider are substantial From fines of up to £550 and disruption to operations if a vehicle is found to be non -compliant , to the system being unusable and impractical for drivers, it’s important to ensure you make the right decision for your fleet.

As an operator, selecting a DVS supplier can be a tricky task but the risks associated with opting for an unreliable provider are substantial From fines of up to £550 and disruption to operations if a vehicle is found to be non -compliant , to the system being unusable and impractical for drivers, it’s important to ensure you make the right decision for your fleet.

As an operator, selecting a DVS supplier can be a tricky task but the risks associated with opting for an unreliable provider are substantial From fines of up to £550 and disruption to operations if a vehicle is found to be non -compliant , to the system being unusable and impractical for drivers, it’s important to ensure you make the right decision for your fleet.

The vast number of options makes this choice particularly challenging however having a set criterion that the supplier needs to meet helps to narrow it down for you Some questions to consider include :

The vast number of options makes this choice particularly challenging however having a set criterion that the supplier needs to meet helps to narrow it down for you Some questions to consider include :

• Is their solution compliant with DVS?

The vast number of options makes this choice particularly challenging however having a set criterion that the supplier needs to meet helps to narrow it down for you Some questions to consider include :

• Can I rely on them to install kit correctly?

• Is their solution compliant with DVS?

• Is their solution compliant with DVS?

• Do they have extensive experience in DVS?

• Can I rely on them to install kit correctly?

• Can I rely on them to install kit correctly?

• Is the system practical and offers an accurate driver-aid?

• Do they have extensive experience in DVS?

• Do they have extensive experience in DVS?

• Is their solution cost -effective?

• Is the system practical and offers an accurate driver-aid?

• Is the system practical and offers an accurate driver-aid?

• Is their solution cost -effective?

• Is their solution cost -effective?

It’s imperative that you choose a Progressive Safe System provider that knows the importance of getting it right first time. As VUE has been considered an industry leader in DVS since 2020, operators can be reassured that they are working with a supplier with vast amounts of experience in making sure fleets of all sizes are compliant ahead of TfL’s deadline

It’s imperative that you choose a Progressive Safe System provider that knows the importance of getting it right first time. As VUE has been considered an industry leader in DVS since 2020, operators can be reassured that they are working with a supplier with vast amounts of experience in making sure fleets of all sizes are compliant ahead of TfL’s deadline

It’s imperative that you choose a Progressive Safe System provider that knows the importance of getting it right first time. As VUE has been considered an industry leader in DVS since 2020, operators can be reassured that they are working with a supplier with vast amounts of experience in making sure fleets of all sizes are compliant ahead of TfL’s deadline

Key to VUE’s expertly crafted solution is Pedestrian AI; an innovative camera system that detects when vulnerable road users are in areas of risk around a vehicle. The device provides real-time visual and audible alerts in-cab to make the driver aware of the potential danger. An HD image highlights the risk, helping drivers manoeuvre with more awareness and avoid incidents.

Key to VUE’s expertly crafted solution is Pedestrian AI; an innovative camera system that detects when vulnerable road users are in areas of risk around a vehicle. The device provides real-time visual and audible alerts in-cab to make the driver aware of the potential danger. An HD image highlights the risk, helping drivers manoeuvre with more awareness and avoid incidents.

As the technology only triggers an alert when the presence of a human is detected rather than a static object, this prevents excessive alerting, making it a solution that drivers can trust.

Key to VUE’s expertly crafted solution is Pedestrian AI; an innovative camera system that detects when vulnerable road users are in areas of risk around a vehicle. The device provides real-time visual and audible alerts in-cab to make the driver aware of the potential danger. An HD image highlights the risk, helping drivers manoeuvre with more awareness and avoid incidents.

As the technology only triggers an alert when the presence of a human is detected rather than a static object, this prevents excessive alerting, making it a solution that drivers can trust.

As the technology only triggers an alert when the presence of a human is detected rather than a static object, this prevents excessive alerting, making it a solution that drivers can trust.

Ultimately, when it comes to DVS compliance, investing in a dependable supplier like VUE is an essential step towards ensuring the safety and operational efficiency of your fleet.

Ultimately, when it comes to DVS compliance, investing in a dependable supplier like VUE is an essential step towards ensuring the safety and operational efficiency of your fleet.

If you’d like to learn more about how VUE can help you, call 0161 877 2257 or email hello@vue-cctv.co.uk

Ultimately, when it comes to DVS compliance, investing in a dependable supplier like VUE is an essential step towards ensuring the safety and operational efficiency of your fleet.

If you’d like to learn more about how VUE can help you, call 0161 877 2257 or email hello@vue-cctv.co.uk

If you’d like to learn more about how VUE can help you, call 0161 877 2257 or email hello@vue-cctv.co.uk Vision Unique Equipment Ltd 0161 877 2257 | vuegroup.org | hello@vue-cctv.co.uk

Vision Unique Equipment Ltd 0161 877 2257 | vuegroup.org | hello@vue-cctv.co.uk

Safe Urban Driver Training (SUD)

Please make sure your drivers attend a course as soon as possible and supply onecard@tarmac.com a copy of card with expiry date or proof of pass for your OneCard to be updated.

www.fleetsource.co.uk/training/fors-tfl-funded/

FORS Training

The below link lists approved providers, and some provide details of what regions they cover, so you can contact direct.

There are regional providers and those Nationwide: https://www.fors-online.org.uk/cms/fors-professional-fors-approved-courses1/