Practical considerations - ensure:

Drivers are:

• competent and capable of doing their work in a way that is safe for them and others;
• properly trained;
• sufficiently fit and healthy to drive safely and not put themselves and others at risk;
• provided with information that will help them reduce risk (eg recommended tyre pressures);
• provided with appropriate advice on driving posture.

Vehicles are:

• fit for the purpose for which they are used;
• maintained in a safe and fit condition.

Journey planning:

• takes account of appropriate routes;
• incorporates realistic work schedules;
• does not put drivers at risk from fatigue;
• takes sufficient account of adverse weather conditions.

Employers are encouraged to seek the views of their employees, or their representatives, as they will have first hand experience of what happens in practice.