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Evaluating the Risks

The process of estimating the level of risks and existing controls in place, whether they are enough
to eliminate the risk or reduce to an acceptable level or still further control needs to be decided?

The factors to be consider during risk evaluation process are

• The Driver
• The Vehicle
• The Journey

The Driver

• Competency
• Training
• Fitness and health

The Vehicle

• Suitable for the purpose
• Safe Condition

The Journey

• Routes
• Schedules
• Time
• Weather conditions.

Control Measures

Control measures must be implemented based on the risk factor. Some control need specific
management arrangements are put in place, whereas other measures require preparation of
guidelines and communicated to the drivers. In some cases, control measures may state a clear
statutory requirement that must be met.

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