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Health, Safety & Environmental Bulletin No 553

2 February 2017

Fatality

Please see BBC article regarding a fatality on a fuel station, http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-
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This article details a recent incident where a woman was walking across the forecourt when struck by a HGV, she
died at the scene.

Working on forecourts we regularly see people walking across forecourt, often not paying attention to oncoming
traffic. This incident shows why it is important to always be aware of your surroundings and walk around the
forecourt, especially HGV lanes. This is also one of the reasons why mobile phones are banned on forecourts – its
far too easy to be distracted by them.

We encourage all crews to undertake a positive intervention when they see people using mobile devices on the
forecourt, or see people working/walking in areas unsafely. Remember that by intervening you could be saving
their life!

We are all a product of learning. Every skill we have; everything we know; everything we believe and everything we do has bee n learned
throughout the course of our lives. Some of us learn best by studying graphs and charts, some through visual presentations, a nd some by
reading detailed text books. It is important that we receive information in a format that works for us as individuals! That’s why at Xmo
Strata we use a variety of communication platforms such as bulletins, newsletters, videos etc. However, if you feel there is a better way for
us to share health and safety information, please let us know. Ultimately, your safety is in your hands – but we will do all we can to keep
you well informed!