QTL HSSE Risk Assessment Form

Task /Project/Activity: Risk Assessment for driving

Valid From Jan-12 Valid To Dec-12 RISK ASSESSMENT # RA002

Task /Project/Activity description: This is a Driving Risk Assessment for Quarter Turn Limited and operation at owned and operating sites
Location of Work Quarter Turn Limited Facility
List any special equipment/facility requirements n/a
Activity/Task Hazard/Aspect Risk/Impact Unmanaged Risk Controls Residual Risk
What can happen? Consider people, environment,
Describe steps/ activities details of hazards/aspects identified Consequence Likelihood Rating List all controls – current and required Consequence Likelihood Rating
property

Drivers who choose to use the company vehicle should carry out basic
A fault developing with the vehicle or
Vehicle Use Codition of vehicle interruption to the journey 5 b 24 safety checks to ensure that they understand the journey 4 D 14
management system

Transportation of Goods
Incompetent driver; physically or mentally
unsuited to driving. Collisions, etc. Fatalities
1. The driver is responsible for ensuring that any load carried does not
exceed the stated weight capacity of the vehicle. 2. All loads must be
appropriately secured to prevent objects shifting during transit. 3. The
5 C 22 carriage of dangerous goods or hazardous substances is governed by 4 D 14
specific regulations and as such, requires consideration outside of this
assessment.

Drivers should make themselves aware of adverse weather conditions

Adverse Weather Results in poor driving conditions which would that may impact upon their journey and allow additional time as part
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Condition cause collision, injury and fatalities. of their plans. Drivers should feel confident in making a decision not to
travel if triving conditions are considered hazardous.

Driving

Drivers should make use of local and regional traffic reports in order to
Traffic Conditions Delays may result in frustration for the driver, 5 A 25 avoid any unnecessary delays in their journey. 4 D 14
making him unfit to drive consciously resulting in
miscalculated driving, leading to collision, injury
and fatalities.
 Continuous driving over long
periods / distances can impact
upon a drivers level of
Journey Time / Distance concentration leading to a
greater risk of an accident leading to injury and
possible death.
Drivers distracted by unfamiliar
Route Planning road systems / or become lost
Access to welfare facilities, if not readily
Welfare provided could make for an uncomfortable work
environment, leading to stressful conditions.
Access to welfare facilities, if not readily
Welfare provided could make for an uncomfortable work
environment, leading to stressful conditions.
Risk Assessment Actions/Notes
Name:
Arneileo Lalloo
Participants
The controls established by this assessment are considered
appropriate for short business journeys
based upon an expectation of driving no more than 200 miles and or 4
5 B 24 hours in any working day. Journey times and or distances in excess of 4 D 14
this will require further control measures including additional rest
periods to mitigate the effects of fatigue / tiredness
Drivers should pre-plan their route, taking into consideration the class
of roads being used, likely traffic congestion and any major road-works
/ closures. Route planning is available via motoring organization
websites. Up to date traffic reports are broadcast on national and local
2 C 8 radio stations. Drivers are advised to have available an up to date road 1 E 1
map covering the area of their journey. Satellite navigation systems
can also be used but these should be programmed before
commencing driving to avoid any unnecessary distraction for the
driver
Drivers should take regular rest breaks during the
course of the journey. Wherever possible these breaks
should be taken in areas where access to welfare
2 B 12 facilities is available e.g. local services / motorway 1 C 4
service stations.
Pregnant women may require more frequent rest
breaks.
Drivers should take regular rest breaks during the
course of the journey. Wherever possible these breaks
should be taken in areas where access to welfare
2 B 12 facilities is available e.g. local services / motorway 1 C 4
service stations.
Pregnant women may require more frequent rest
breaks.
Position:
Driver
 Participants Nizam Abdool Driver

Prepared by Jose Travieso HSSE Coordinator

Approved by: Graeme Gillezeau Managing Director