Hazard Suggested ways of containing/ controlling the risk. This list is not exhaustive Factors that could If hazard exists and cause or increase the who it could harm Below are some control measures which you risk may find useful when completing your risk assessment Using mobile - only use mobile communication equipment when communication it is safe and legal to do so i.e. when stationary, at equipment when driving side of road or in a layby/carpark with the engine recommended that phones should (impairs concentration). switched off. It is be turned off or set to accept voicemail whilst travelling Protection For motorcycles and - wear strong protective and high visibility clothing bicycles - personal injury (due to falling off or collision). Personal Unfamiliarity with vehicle - drivers should familiarise themselves with the i.e. pool or loan car/van. operation of any vehicle before driving it Driving under the - comply with the law. Do not drive after taking any influence of alcohol drug that may affect driving ability Use of drugs - prescription and illicit (drowsiness and hallucinatory effects). Driver fatigue (falling - plan time to take a rest/comfort break(s). Take a asleep at the rest if tiredness is experienced. Vary route used. inattention/poor concentration) Maintenance Mechanical/parts - make sure that the vehicle is regularly maintained defect(s) and pre-journey checks are completed Health and Safety Team September 2018
Hazard Factors that could cause or increase the risk If hazard exists and who it could harm Suggested ways of containing/ controlling the risk. This list is not exhaustive Below are some control measures which you may find useful when completing your risk assessment Using mobile communication equipment when driving (impairs concentration). - only use mobile communication equipment when it is safe and legal to do so i.e. when stationary, at side of road or in a layby/carpark with the engine switched off. It is recommended that phones should be turned off or set to accept voicemail whilst travelling Protection For motorcycles and bicycles - personal injury (due to falling off or collision). - wear strong protective and high visibility clothing Personal Unfamiliarity with vehicle i.e. pool or loan car/van. Driving under the influence of alcohol Use of drugs - prescription and illicit (drowsiness and hallucinatory effects). Driver fatigue (falling asleep at the inattention/poor concentration) - drivers should familiarise themselves with the operation of any vehicle before driving it - comply with the law. Do not drive after taking any drug that may affect driving ability - plan time to take a rest/comfort break(s). Take a rest if tiredness is experienced. Vary route used. Maintenance Mechanical/parts defect(s) - make sure that the vehicle is regularly maintained and pre-journey checks are completed Health and Safety Team September 2018