Page 31 - Mountain Transport - Uncoupling

Mid UK Recycling Driver Risk Assessment & Safe System of Work

Coupling Up and Uncoupling Trailers (ARTICS)

Wind down the trailer landing legs to the ground ensuring that both legs have

come down together and then stow the handle away correctly

Note. Holding the winding handle in a horizontal position and pulling or

pushing the handle towards the trailer body will allow the working mechanism

to operate in a normal or slow operation mode.

Remove the trailer registration plate. Disconnect electrical connections, both

airlines, the trailer camera and both hydraulic connections (if used)

Note. When disconnecting the connections ensure you disconnect them at the

nearest lead first working your way across the catwalk. See the suggested

disconnection order on the right from 1 to 10. RASSoW - 04Q

Coupling up and

uncoupling Operations
Remove the 5th wheel safety clip and then pull and secure the

5th release handle
Review Dates:
Enter the vehicle again with 3 points of contact (V3) – 02-05-2024 / Next R/D 01-05-2025
Review by Steve Bennett
Approved by General Manager – Rick egg