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Training boost for UK energy sector

...both facilities, implementing even more stringent measures to ensure the safety of everyone on site including on-site medical questionnaires and checks, temperature checks, and operating at 20% capacity with reconfigured...

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FTA welcomes HGV speed limit consultation

...publications, Load Safe, Road Safe and Transport Safety have been produced by the Health and Safety Laboratory (HSL), with assistance from a number of organisations. They offer drivers and other...

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Bungalow destroyed by tank fire

Find an OFTEC registered technician at www.oftec.org.uk/Consumers/FindTechnician In the wake of an oil tank fire which destroyed a bungalow in Belvoir, Belfast last week, OFTEC has again issued safety advice...

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XPO Logistics works with Arco

‘XPO will help to ensure our customers receive the vital safety equipment they need to run their operations,’ said Neil Griffiths, divisional director, logistics XPO Logistics has been awarded a...

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HVO boost as XPO Logistics expands use of sustainable biofuel  

...strong commitment to safety and sustainability, highlighted by rigorous preparation in eco-driving techniques and Tour safety protocols. Innovation in sustainable transport Luis Gómez, president of XPO Logistics – Europe, said:...

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HOYER Petrolog – driver of the year

...East and BP Stanlow. To qualify for a place, drivers competed over a period of eight months from April to December 2017.  Those with the highest safety & efficiency scores...

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Truckers get on their bikes

...with the aim of reducing cyclist casualties on roads. The Safe Urban Driving initiative to improve the safety of cyclists on roads is a joint venture between the Freight Transport...

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Government must enforce new tyre regulations

Unite has called on the government to fully enforce new European Union regulations which will improve safety by placing import duties on inferior quality tyres being imported from China. Unite...

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Seeking the best drivers in the UK & Ireland  

...Award, judges are looking for that driver who not only has an outstanding safety record but has gone that ‘extra mile’ for customers.  Whilst, the winner of the coveted Depot...

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Improving operator safety

Striving to continuously improve its product range, Alpeco has launched a new radio remote control system Two new products to help improve operator safety and efficiency have recently been launched...

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Top honours for HOYER Petrolog drivers

...both were presented with a trophy and Red Letter Day vouchers for £1000 and £500 respectively.. All HOYER drivers competed; the drivers with the highest safety & efficiency scores, taken...

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Training standard welcomed

...for the training and assessment of petroleum tanker drivers has been the first priority of the UK Downstream Oil Distribution Forum which has introduced a driver safety passport. Re-established last...

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TSA talks competence

“Around 75% of the time, systems fail because they are designed or used incorrectly,” Peter Davidson, director – safety, commercial and projects, UKPIA, told a packed room of delegates at...