AS MILES CONSULTING NEWSLETTER FEBRUARY 2018
Last month we launched our new monthly newsletter. Please click here to download the February 2018 edition. This month we feature Driver Walkaround checks (DDI) This doesn’t just apply to how you drive, but to how you maintain your vehicle. Making sure it’s roadworthy is as important as getting enough rest and driving for your conditions. […]
GATE CHECKS ON DRIVERS
Overnight in a Northern location to carry out a surprise set of Gate Checks on Drivers. Having had a great day out seeing a new client I am now holed up in a hotel near to a clients depot, one of over 40 they have across the country. Tomorrow and ‘Before Breakfast O’clock’ I will be […]
PUBLIC INQUIRY? GETTING ADVICE & TAKING ACTION WILL HELP
At a recent Public Inquiry, an Operator who had fallen below the standards required for maintenance, drivers’ hours infringements and Drivers Daily Inspection had his authorisation reduced permanently by 3 vehicles. The operator had not correctly trained the drivers in the correct procedures for carrying out DDI’s, he had no system for analysing tachographs correctly […]
CALLED TO A PUBLIC INQUIRY? HAVE AN AUDIT AND START PUTTING IT RIGHT IMMEDIATELY.
A Midlands based PSV operator who was facing a Public Inquiry called us in on the recommendation of his legal team to complete an audit on the Transport Operation. The problems for this operator surround poor maintenance practices, lack of Driver Daily Inspections, an over reliance of pieces of technology to do the job and […]