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    Over 2000 falls from vehicles are reported each year in the UK, resulting in around 5 fatalities annually. This document outlines safety procedures for working on and around vehicles to help prevent falls. It recommends alternatives to working at height when possible, as well as safe access equipment and practices like using vehicle-mounted edge protection or loading gantries. Guidelines are provided for safely getting on and off vehicles as well as maintaining tidy, slip-resistant surfaces. Employers should provide proper equipment and footwear, and workers should report any issues.

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    Over 2000 falls from vehicles are reported each year in the UK, resulting in around 5 fatalities annually. This document outlines safety procedures for working on and around vehicles to help prevent falls. It recommends alternatives to working at height when possible, as well as safe access equipment and practices like using vehicle-mounted edge protection or loading gantries. Guidelines are provided for safely getting on and off vehicles as well as maintaining tidy, slip-resistant surfaces. Employers should provide proper equipment and footwear, and workers should report any issues.

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    Over 2000 falls from vehicles are reported each year in the UK, resulting in around 5 fatalities annually. This document outlines safety procedures for working on and around vehicles to help prevent falls. It recommends alternatives to working at height when possible, as well as safe access equipment and practices like using vehicle-mounted edge protection or loading gantries. Guidelines are provided for safely getting on and off vehicles as well as maintaining tidy, slip-resistant surfaces. Employers should provide proper equipment and footwear, and workers should report any issues.

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    Over 2000 falls from vehicles are reported each year in the UK, resulting in around 5 fatalities annually. This document outlines safety procedures for working on and around vehicles to help prevent falls. It recommends alternatives to working at height when possible, as well as safe access equipment and practices like using vehicle-mounted edge protection or loading gantries. Guidelines are provided for safely getting on and off vehicles as well as maintaining tidy, slip-resistant surfaces. Employers should provide proper equipment and footwear, and workers should report any issues.

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    Tool Box Talk

    The matters discussed below are for guidance and should be expanded upon as the
    circumstances dictate.
    Note: In the appropriate circumstances, the safe use of the equipment which is being
    discussed should be demonstrated.

    Subject : FALLS FROM VEHICLES

    What is this all about?

     There are over 2000 “Falls from Vehicles” accidents reported to the HSE each
    year.
     These include on average 5 fatalities each year.
     Major injuries are usually broken arms or legs, resulting in weeks of work.

    Construction specific information

     In construction 70% of these accidents occur to non-drivers.


     90% are low falls, below head height.
     They occur during off loading of materials or when getting on or off the vehicle.
     In construction the falls mostly occur from the load area of flatbeds, HGV’s &
    vans.

    What are we looking at?

     Alternatives to working on vehicles.


     Safe access to and from the vehicle beds.
     Safer working practices.
     What the company can do.
     What the operative can do.

    Work at Height Hierarchy

     AVOID work at height on the load area. Use automatic sheeting devices or a fork
    lift truck for off loading where possible.
     PREVENT anyone falling whilst working on the load area by using vehicle fitted
    edge protection or loading gantries for example.
     MINIMISE any injury should a fall occur by using soft landing systems, nets &
    airbags.
    Getting on to the load area TBT No 2 cont.

     Only get onto the load area if no other alternative.


     Always use the steps and hand hold provided.
     Do not use the “underrun bars” these are usually set in and slippery.

    On the load area

     Keep it tidy – pick up loose ropes, packaging etc.


     Keep it clean, free of mud / oil that cause slip and trips.
     Report broken boards and other tripping hazards.
     Follow any company procedures.

    Getting down from the Vehicle

     DON’T jump off the load.


     Always use the steps or access equipment which is provided.
     Get down backwards, facing the vehicle and using the handrails.
     If there are problems, report them to your supervisor.
     Keep the area clean.

    “Special” equipment e.g

     Tail lifts.
     Tower and mobile cranes.
     Lorry-loader cranes.
     Fork-lift trucks.
     Fall prevention systems – gantries.
     Soft landing systems – nets, air/bean bags.

    What the company can do

     Specify good access when purchasing new vehicles.


     Retro-fit equipment if necessary.
     Respond to ideas for improving access.
     Keep equipment in good order.
     Provide slip resistant footwear.
     Ensure supervisors check how people are getting on and off vehicles.

    What the employee can do

    Further guidance can be sought from Harrington Builders PLC Director of Health, Safety &
    Environment
    Tel: 020 8903 4743 Mob: 07803 519912
    HARRINGTONS BUILDERS PLC Page 2
    HBPLC-IMS-TBT-002 Rev: 01 Date: Jun 2020
     Take a few seconds to climb down facing the vehicle – DON’T jump.
     Report missing or damaged equipment.
     Report slip, trip and fall hazards.
     Ware correct footwear.
     Look at what other companies do – if you see a good idea, suggest it to you Safety
    Manager.

    Further guidance can be sought from Harrington Builders PLC Director of Health, Safety &
    Environment
    Tel: 020 8903 4743 Mob: 07803 519912
    HARRINGTONS BUILDERS PLC Page 3
    HBPLC-IMS-TBT-002 Rev: 01 Date: Jun 2020

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