Transport and logistics, yard to motorway
Workplace transport is the single largest cause of fatalities in logistics. Combine that with driver fatigue, racking collapse and pick-face MSK risk, and the case for active management is clear.
Six recurring hazard areas in transport and logistics
Workplace transport
Vehicle and pedestrian segregation, one-way systems, banksmen, reversing controls, exclusion zones, traffic management plans aligned with HSG136.
Forklift and MEWP operations
ITSSAR/RTITB-accredited operator training, daily pre-use checks, defect reporting, thorough examination under LOLER on the right cycle for the truck class.
Warehouse racking
SEMA-aligned annual rack inspections (PRRA), daily visual checks, repair triage by SEMA category, load notice updates after each layout change.
Driver hours and fatigue
Drivers' Hours Regulations (EU 561/2006 retained, plus GB-only rules), tachograph compliance, fatigue risk management beyond minimum compliance.
FORS and CLOCS alignment
Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme bronze, silver and gold, plus Construction Logistics and Community Safety. Vital for clients tendering on London or major civils contracts.
Manual handling and ergonomics
Pick face design, height restrictions, repetitive task assessment, mechanical aids in goods-in and goods-out areas.
What we do for logistics clients
Compliance audits
Annual yard and warehouse audit, plus contractor pre-qualification for sub-contracted hauliers.
Operator and supervisor training
Banksman, manual handling, supervisor IOSH Managing Safely, on-site forklift refresher coordination.
ISO 45001 + 14001 integrated
Integrated HSE management system, helpful for clients pitching to retailer and public-sector customers with sustainability scorecards.
Competent person retainer
Named competent person across yard, transport office and warehouse, with on-call response for incidents.
The legislation we audit and advise against
- Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
- Management of H&S at Work Regulations 1999
- Workplace (Health, Safety & Welfare) Regulations 1992
- Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
- Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER)
- Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
- Road Traffic Act 1988 and Driving Licence rules
- Drivers' Hours Regulations (EU 561/2006 retained, plus GB rules)
- FORS and CLOCS standards (voluntary but contractually required by many clients)
- SEMA Code of Practice for racking inspection
Working toward FORS or CLOCS accreditation?
Tell us the level you're targeting and your current gaps. We'll come back with a prioritised plan and the audit prep your team needs.