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T J O P E R A T I V E S T R A I N I N G M A N U A L V E R S I O N 5

2 In troduction

This training manual is to be read in conjunction with the Health and Safety Policy latest edition
and the Principal Statement of the Terms and Conditions of Employment already issued to all
staff. It does not supersede or amend any terms and conditions of employment stated within this
document. You should also be familiar with the latest version of the Highway Code if you are
required by the company to drive on the public highway.

The handbook is for all site operatives with the purpose to outline the requirements of the job, to define
the standards, and to enable operatives to comply with Company procedures and the law. Practical
advice is given on various types of vehicles and equipment that may be used, including:

• Loading Shovels
• Telehandlers and counterbalance forklifts
• 360 Waste re-handlers/excavators
• Dumper Please be aware that this is a TJ
• Bulldozer company manual and you may
• Tractor and Bowser be expected to abide by other
• MRF and Picking Stations safety rules when working on
• Balers third party sites.
• Shredders
• Crushers (Impact and Jaw)
• Screeners

The Company requires all operatives to read, understand and fully comply with procedures set
out in this handbook. To confirm this, you will be required to sign and return the acknowledgement
at the back of this handbook. Failure to follow the procedures may constitute misconduct and, in
some instances, may invoke the Company’s disciplinary procedure.

Health and Safety Policy and Procedures

Upon joining TJ you will have been shown a copy of the company Health & Safety Policy and
Procedures document. This document is to make you aware of how the company operates its
H&S functions to ensure that you conduct your tasks in a safe and careful manner. Should you
not understand any part of the document, wish to comment on the content or offer advice on any
part, please speak with your Manager who will aid you where possible. A copy of which is also
provided at each TJ site for you to refer to.

Should you require more advice then please speak with any of the Company Directors.

General Health and Safety Legislation

A copy of the TJ Transport Limited and TJ Waste & Recycling Limited Health and Safety Policy
Statement (latest version) is available at the transport office or at the weighbridge offices at remote
sites. This statement of policy covers Health, Safety, Welfare and the Environment, and is in
accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA) 1974, and the appropriate Section of
the Environment Protection Act 1990.

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