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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...
A “changing of the guard” in the UK fuel marking regime

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A “changing of the guard” in the UK fuel marking regime

...the material safety data sheet and conducting an operational risk assessment is prudent, as well as informing customers about potential hazards and safety measures. Managing the transition Having fuel distribution...

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Essar safety milestone benefits local school

...Port were delighted to receive a £3,000 donation from Essar at Stanlow recently as a result of the refinery achieving a record breaking safety target of three million hours without...

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Road Safety Week 23rd-29th November

Employers are being urged to encourage staff to Drive less, live more – the theme of this year’s Road Safety Week. Two thirds (63%) of trips are made by car,...

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Agency drivers – new guidance

The Fleet Safety Forum, a division of Brake, has published new guidance for fleet managers on managing agency drivers. The guidance, sponsored by Pertemps, provides advice on how to minimise...

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Search on for tanker driver of the year

...tank safety, high delivery standards or promoting the Cold Weather Priority scheme Conducting day to day business with a high level of professionalism and demonstrating best practice Being an ambassador...

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Tanker driver passports exceed 5,800

...focus on safety by the professional drivers and transportation companies within the UK, but to the benefits it bring to our industry in ensuring consistent high standards that are understood...