Page 17 - Mountain Transport - Uncoupling

Mid UK Recycling Driver Risk Assessment & Safe System of Work

Coupling Up and Uncoupling Trailers (ARTICS)

Open the side wind deflector by pulling it forward and sliding it

to the left. Using the steps provided with 3 points of contact.

Climb up to the catwalk.

Note: Do not stand on the fuel tank and the driver needs to be

aware of another vehicles movement whilst moving around
Disconnect electrical connections, both airlines,
their vehicle
the trailer camera including both hydraulic pipe

connections. (Eye protection required)

Note. When disconnecting the connections
RASSoW - 04Q
ensure you disconnect them at the nearest lead Coupling up and

first working your way across the catwalk. See uncoupling Operations

the suggested disconnection order on the left

Review Dates:
from 1 to 10. (See note 1 as the end of this (V3) – 02-05-2024 / Next R/D 01-05-2025

Review by Steve Bennett
SSoW) Approved by General Manager – Rick egg