Issued today by the Traffic Commisioner
Peter Herriott
Transport Manager, CPC National, Operator Compliance, provides customer focussed, cost orientated transport solutions, available for interim or part time transport positions.
Access to welfare facilities is a must for drivers
The Traffic Commissioners are aware of a number of incidents in which drivers have been refused access to handwashing and toilet facilities when making deliveries. Even more shockingly, on occasion, this has involved operators refusing access to other operators.
The Government guidance is clear on the measures that everyone should be taking during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. In order to adhere to this, and protect themselves and others, drivers must be fully supported in carrying out their duties safely.
The advice issued by HSE says it's illegal to refuse drivers access to sanitary facilities when they are delivering to your premises. It also acknowledges that failure to allow use of welfare provisions could increase the risk of the COVID-19 virus spreading.
The Traffic Commissioners urge everyone to unite during the outbreak and say its vital that the whole country pulls together in these challenging times.
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No point in naming and shaming, they know who they are, we have guys as do others, working through the night in the food industry, struggling to get welfare breaks.
These are uncertain times, but team work makes the dream work.