Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)

Description

By the end of the session candidates will be able to:
Understand their roles and responsibilities during loading and unloading using MHE
Know the regulations involved including, Health & Safety, management of health & safety, LOLER, PUWER, RTA
Understand the importance of checking the height of the vehicle and adjusting the height marker
Understand the importance of making sure the MAM and axle weights haven't been exceeded
How to safely stow the MHE equipment to the vehicle so it doesn't endanger any other road users
To make sure the load is evenly distributed and is correctly strapped down using the correct equipment.


Subject Areas

  • Loading/Unloading (LGV)
  • Legislation (Hours/WTD/Regs)