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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

Rear End Loader (REL/Compaction Vehicle)

To obtain maximum efficiency, and to produce
good fuel economy, the vehicle must be driven
in the green band on the rev counter at all
times.

Loading and tipping operations could be a very
dangerous manoeuvre unless a great deal of
care is taken during this procedure. There is a
high risk of damage to the vehicle and it’s
equipment and the health and safety of the driver or the public unless the following
procedures are carried out.

On arrival at the customers premises

Follow all site signage and mandatory instructions
On arrival to the site report to the customer/banksman for instructions to the
unloading point.
Wear correct Personal Protection Equipment at all times when loading/discharging
materials. (Hard hat, safety glasses, high vis clothing, gloves and safety boots)
Always keep far enough away from other vehicles to maintain your safety, if you
have any safety concerns then STOP and speak to either a site operative or your
Operations Manager
Warn any other person who you see approaching your vehicle to keep a safe
distance and Stop if necessary.
If you or other vehicles approach close to you, never proceed until they have
acknowledged your presence, give them a thumbs up and await a response. Never
turn your back on mobile plant always assume you have not been seen.
Make eye contact and get a thumbs up from the machine operator and ensure your
safety.
Do not enter the body of the vehicle for cleaning unless you are in a safe area and
have notified the site staff and your manager. Again notify your manager when you
are back in the cab of your vehicle so we know you are safe.
Carry out a visual check for access, manhole covers, soft verges, condition of siting
area, plus any overhead cables.
Ask non-account customers to sign the disclaimer accepting liability for any damage
caused prior to commencing the operation when off of the highway.

1. You must not operate any Rear End Loading truck unless you have been fully
trained to do so and are fully conversant with the controls and the emergency
stops.
2. No Smoking by any staff members at the rear of the vehicle whilst using the bin
loading equipment.
3. On PurGo you will see a section for Risk Assessment and useful comments. This
must be read daily as it may change. This has been written after a risk
assessment of the job has been carried out and highlights potential issues that
you may need to be aware of whilst on the customer’s site. However, this does
not remove your need as a professional driver to take extreme care and attention

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Reviewed May 2024