Haulier NEWSLETTER
In this issue...
OneCard PODFather update
FORS smart tachograph
Walk around checks
Reversing Arrival at site - what to expect
SUD VR training
Haulier insurance
SAFETY NEWS ON PODFather
ACTION REQUIRED
Driver App Update
You need to take action. We have released a new version of our driver app, for both iOS and Android users. If you do not update the app, driver messaging will be affected.
What you need to do
Step 1: Please advise ALL your drivers to update their PODfather app via the APP/Play Store. If your drivers have auto-update enabled, they may already be running on the latest version. They need to be running PODfather iOS v6.0.0 or Android v11.0.1.
Step 2: Once updated, the app needs to be opened once so that it registers a new messaging token with PODfather. The token is required to send notifications to the device. If drivers don’t launch the app after upgrading, no token will be registered. This could impact the drivers as notification messages will not be immediately visible.
What happens if you don’t take action?
If you don’t update the app, driver messaging will be affected; ‘’new job notification’’ and ‘’job cancelled’’ messages will no longer work the same way.
Why is this update happening?
On Thursday 20th June 2024, Google will turn off its legacy Fibrebase API, which will impact push notifications for Android and iOS devices. This has necessitated an update for PODfather driver app, which we have now deployed to the App/Playstore.
Please note, this update will mean that we can no longer support iOS 10 and 11.
We are here to help
If you have any queries or need help with this update please get in touch by emailing helpdesk@podfather.com or give them a call on 0131 553 0400.
ONECARD EXPIRY DATE
OneCards were originally provided with a 5-year expiry date. This has been extended to 10 years.
SAFETY NEWS ON Vehicle Fire
We had one of our Hauliers Paul Thompson EPL Transport see a van with a fire developing under the bonnet on A428. The driver used the water onboard his mixer truck to help control the fire until the emergency services arrived. It also allowed them to move the van to a safe area shown in the picture. This prevented further damage to the van and any personal belongings in there. Site were appreciative and gave him a company coat. He was provided with a picture of the scene once the emergency services arrived by Skanska.
FORS Smart Tachograph 2
Regulation (EU) 2020/1054 entered into force on 20 august 2020 and introduced a new type of tachograph for new registration vehicles from 21 august 2023. called Smart tachograph 2, the new device provides additional features enhancing the functionality of the previous Smart tachograph 1.
Approved tachograph Centres and Special Notice can be found here
V7 Standard from January 2025. Summary of the changes can be found here
YOU SAID WE DID
After several safety observations regarding Barrasford road some improvements have been done and is considerably better than previously. They are trying to keep on top of it often to prevent build up & site manager is putting a plan together for repair works in sections. The new wagon wash in Coxhoe is great, drivers have kept it in good condition and even clean off the concrete pad after use!
HIGHLIGHTS Safety
Pre-shift and first use WALK AROUND CHECKS
Drivers, vehicle operators and transport/fleet managers have a collective responsibility to ensure that the vehicles they are operating are safe to drive and that they’re roadworthy. Pre-shift HGV checks, also referred to as walk around checks, must be carried out before each vehicle is driven on the road each day. If more than one driver uses the vehicle in a day, then the driver taking charge of the vehicle should carry out their own additional checks to ensure the vehicle is safe for them to drive.
Carefully assess the interior and exterior of the vehicle that can be safely assessed. The walk around checks need to cover the whole vehicle including trailer and any safety equipment fitted.
Checks must be recorded and any safety defects need to be reported and fixed before the vehicle is driven. And state ‘nil defects’ if none found.
This month’s 90 second safety video:
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The consequences of not carrying out HGV daily checks
The DVSA can stop you and ask you to complete the daily checks on your vehicle, or request a copy of the records which show you have completed the necessary daily checks.
If any defects are found on a vehicle during one of these checks, drivers can be prevented from driving until the defect is fixed, or a fine can issued to the driver.
Reversing vehicles on site
ALWAYS Check all items on your daily check sheet.
Delivery or collection vehicles on major roadworks or national contracting sites must NOT reverse unless they are under the direct control of a banksman. If not available raise a near hit through ePOD.
DO Remember that it is always the driver’s responsibility to make sure that the delivery can be made safely.
DO STOP if you feel any part of the delivery is unsafe and raise a near hit.
DO Proceed to the signed designated ‘holding area’ where applicable and await instruction.
DO Identify the Banksman.
DO Always keep the Banksman in view.
DO STOP if you lose sight of the Banksman.
DO Ensure clear two-way communication is maintained at all times.
ALWAYS Use all mirrors, reversing camera and alarm and reverse at a slow controlled speed. ALWAYS
Pause or stop if anyone/thing enters your working area. Move only when safe to do so.
HIGHLIGHTS Safety
Arrival at site
Arriving to a new
site
What will happen?
You will be given a site induction.
Make sure you have a site contact name and number incase of an emergency, and you are aware of site operating hours and restrictions.
At the end if we are happy for you to enter site, we will award your ONE Card with ‘site induction’ which is renewed annually.
Note: If you would like help in understanding the induction content, your supervisor or site sponsor will provide this.
Always follow the guidance given by the Weighbridge/Batcher or your delivery ticket
ALWAYS adhere to site speed limits and obey signage.
ALWAYS observe overhead obstructions which should be indicated by blue cones but still remember to look up.
ALWAYS confirm the reversing rules and always reverse under the guidance of a banksman
ALWAYS use site allocated clean off area - if one not provided raise safety observation.
NEVER move cones, barriers or signs.
NEVER stop or reverse in a site traffic lane, unless under instruction by site personnel and only if safe to do so.
NEVER bring children or pets onto site.
ALWAYS
Use all mirrors, reversing camera and alarm and reverse at a slow controlled speed.
ALWAYS remember to ask site if unsure STOP THINK!
ALWAYS
Pause or stop if anyone/thing enters your working area. Move only when safe to do so.
DON’T Bring children or pets onto site.
2.0 is here. QuickSilver® HD (Heavy Duty)
What is QuickSilver® HD?
• Tough with very high wear resistance
• Specially body modified liner
• Endless coil material
• Smooth surface
What are the applications?
• Warm asphalt
• Sand, gravel and rocks
• Recycled glass
• Construction rubble (without Steel reinforcement)
AGGREGATES GRANITE
What are the advantages?
• No carry back
• Lower, safer tipping angles
• Protect new bodies
• Repair old worn bodies
• Outlasts aluminium approx 3-1
• Deals with the stickiest of loads, safe, clean and fast
• All this, Installed within the day!
12mm HD Suitable for ALL, Plus Glass, Fly Ash, Slate, Granite, Coke. Up to 300mm
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