Page 36 - Mountain Transport - Uncoupling

Mid UK Recycling Driver Risk Assessment & Safe System of Work

Coupling Up and Uncoupling Trailers (ARTICS)

Note. When connecting the connections ensure you connect
them via the furthest lead away working your way across the

catwalk towards the steps as this will prevent you from stepping

over leads. See the connection order left. (See serial 10)

Close the side wind deflector / Connect the safety clip to the 5th

wheel safety handle / Wind up the trailer legs and stow away

the handle / Connect the registration / Level the vehicle
suspension

Note.

Holding the winding handle in a horizontal position and pulling
or RASSoW - 04Q

pushing the handle towards the trailer body will allow the Coupling up and

working mechanism to operate in a normal or slow operation uncoupling Operations
mode.

Review Dates:
Note. Check the lights (V3) – 02-05-2024 / Next R/D 01-05-2025
Review by Steve Bennett
Approved by General Manager – Rick egg