Introduction
Praxis42 was contacted by a large national property management company to conduct workplace transport risk assessments for moving shipping containers to their storage depots across the UK.
Client need
The client required workplace transport risk assessments to be carried out due to site expansions, new training areas, manholes and resurfacing works.
Solution
To date Praxis42 has completed over 280 workplace transport risk assessments for the client, with a view to complete more.
Our consultants reviewed the client’s site plans, proposed operations, and anticipated vehicle access and movements. We assessed:
- The potential risks associated with plant and vehicle movements, including collision risks, visibility issues and congestion.
- Physical barriers and demarcation to ensure they were clearly visible and served their intended purposes.
- The risks associated with entering exclusion zones and the measures in place to prevent unauthorised access.
- Administrative and operational measures to ensure they were up-to-date and aligned with best practices.
- Site design features such as signage and traffic calming measures to ensure these features enhanced safety and complied with regulations.
- The safety of access points to and from containers and site structures, identifying any potential hazards.
- Loading and unloading operations, including the movement of goods and materials and what procedures were in place to prevent accidents.
- How adverse weather conditions may affect traffic management on site and what contingency plans and procedures were in place.
Following the assessment, we produced a recommended site layout and a report detailing necessary priority-based changes. We supported the client to implement changes and worked with them to continuously monitor the effectiveness of control measures.
Choosing Praxis42 for your workplace transport risk assessments
Our highly qualified health and safety consultants provide pragmatic, effective solutions that meet your organisation’s unique needs. Don’t compromise on safety, contact us to discuss how we can support you with workplace transport risk assessments.
