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A V O N M A T E R I A L S U P P L I E S L T D ( A M S L T D ) 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
Best practice would be to check your body after tipping off, if you need to dig out speak to a
staff member on site and find a safe place to do this following the AMS Ltd procedure for
cleaning out.

Manoeuvre the vehicle to the required position – follow instructions from site
staff, for exact location. Take care to ensure no pedestrians or other vehicles are
behind you. Request the use of a banksman, if one is available. If you are not
sure that it’s safe to keep moving – STOP, GET OUT, CHECK.
Once in position, apply the handbrake
Check that the sheet is fully retracted.
Check that ground is solid and there are no potential hazards (e.g. manhole
covers, drains, potholes, etc.).
Check the onboard weighing system is set to zero.
Ensure that the correct material / waste is being loaded if unsure reference
delivery/collection ticket (with muck away collections, the waste being collected
MUST be the same type as shown on the paperwork. Any variance has to be
communicated to both the customer and your Operations Manager who will
advise).
When the correct weight is reached, signal to the plant operator (by sounding
horn) to stop loading.
Move the vehicle away from the loading area, before checking the load.
Make sure there is no loose debris, that could fall off the vehicle – remove any
loose material, before sheeting.
Activate the auto-sheet mechanism. Never travel on the highway without the
load being sheeted.
Ensure that the sides of the vehicle are clear of debris to prevent spillages onto
the highway. If something was to fall off and strike a cyclist or pedestrian it could
cause a serious injury or fatality.
Ensure the number plate, all lights and marker boards are clean, before leaving
site.

Raising tipping body

Before commencing to tip the body, ensure that the vehicle is on level and stable
ground, also be aware that high winds will make tipping dangerous.

Whilst tipping on made-up ground on a landfill site or a transfer station stockpile, do
not reverse your vehicle to the edge of the tipping face. Always allow at least 3 metres
from the rear wheels to the edge of the tipping face.

Before unloading ensure the following has been undertaken:-

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Reviewed May 2024