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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
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