David Phillips Ltd – Driving for Work policy
The company’s policy lays out exactly what is expected of drivers, in a wide variety of circumstances. It covers safe driving, activities to avoid while driving or in the vehicle, such as taking phone calls, eating or smoking, how to respond in an emergency or breakdown, alcohol and drug use and vehicle roadworthiness. However the policy also makes it clear that drivers (and by extension their managers) must consider whether a journey is necessary, how far and by what route they are travelling, and to manage their fatigue levels. A minimum of two-hourly rest breaks are stipulated, along with maximum daily driving time, but the driver is expected to tell their manager if they need another break, or overnight accommodation. David Phillips’ therefore uses the policy to make the organisations legal responsibilities clear, and how it intends to fulfil them; but also the driver’s legal responsibilities. Benjamin Palmer, Business Change & ESG Data Manager at David Phillips has ownership of the document, and makes sure that it is regularly reviewed, and that version control is exercised, so all drivers have the most recent edition.
Provider: Driving for Better Business
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