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F R E I G H T T R A N S P O R T L T D ( F T L ) D R I V E R T R A I N I N G M A N U A L V E R S I O N 2

Transportation

IF AT ANY TIME DURING THE TRANSPORTATION OF THE LOAD, YOU HAVE ANY
CONCERN WITH LOAD SAFETY OR SECURITY, STOP IN A SAFE CONTROLLED
AREA AND REPORT TO YOUR MANAGER.

Safe unloading rules pre-delivery checks

On arrival at site, report to a responsible person for instructions.
1. Follow all instructions, including any traffic, health & safety and loading
requirements.
2. Proceed to designated unloading point, taking care of others working in the
area.

3. Before starting the unloading process, carefully open the rear door and using
the access ladder and 3 points of contact visually inspect the load to ensure it

has remained secure.
4. Keeping the side curtains closed to provide fall protection
5. Use the pallet truck to bring the load to the rear of the vehicle for unloading by
forklift.
6. Ensure that you remain with a clear working area around you whilst the load is

lifted from the vehicle and that you keep the driver in view at all times.
7. Repeat the process until the load has been removed from the body of the lorry,

check your load and resecure it.
8. Complete your paperwork carefully and accurately.
9. Continue on to your next job or call the office if you have any questions

Supplementary Instructions

NEVER load/unload a vehicle if in any doubt.
NEVER leave the vehicle unattended during the loading/unloading process.
NEVER reverse the vehicle without ensuring that it is safe to do so, and use
a Banksman or trained operative wherever possible, ensuring that all
reversing aids are fitted and adjusted correctly.
ALWAYS check your load security before closing the rear doors and leaving
site.

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