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Mid UK Recycling Driver Risk Assessment & Safe System of Work
Coupling Up and Uncoupling Trailers (ARTICS)
Reverse up to the trailer and directly in line with the trailer
headboard then stop short.
Note. Apply the vehicle handbrake, turn off the engine off,
and use 3 points on contact to climb out of the cab, close the
door and ensure you are wearing the correct PPE
Note. It is extremely important that the trailer brake is checked and in an on (pulled) position
at this point
Check the height of the 5th wheel in relation to the trailer height and adjust its height if
necessary. Lower the 5th wheel below the trailer. Check for enough grease on the 5th wheel. RASSoW - 04Q
Check the 5th wheel locking handle is pulled out and the safety clip is easily accessible
Coupling up and
uncoupling Operations
Review Dates:
(V3) – 02-05-2024 / Next R/D 01-05-2025
Review by Steve Bennett
Approved by General Manager – Rick egg