Health and Safety
Health and Safety at Work Act 2015
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Road Freight Transport Injury Prevention
ACC, with the Road Transport Forum and its associations, has produced some quick reads about how not to get hurt when working. Following this advice can help prevent serious even fatal injuries, reduce time off work and save money:
Health & Safety
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Slips or trips on decks and trays
Just a simple slip or trip can cost thousands of dollars. Here’s how to stay on your feet.
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Getting in and out of trucks
It may seem simple, but falls while entering or alighting from the cab are one of the most common injuries. Here’s how to do it correctly.
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Tarping and securing general freight loads
However low the load, there’s always a risk of falls and potentially serious injuries. Here’s how to minimise the chances.
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Tarping and securing bulk freight loads
Accidents while covering and tying down bulk loads has resulted in serious injuries and even on a couple of occasions, deaths. Here are some commonsense solutions for preventing this.
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Safely using forklifts
Forklifts can be dangerous for other people nearby as well as the operators. Here’s how to minimise the risks for the driver and other people in the yard or loading area.
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Eating the right stuff
Like trucks, people work better when they’re fed the right fuel. Here’s a guide to good eating.