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Concentrate at all times - always be on constant lookout for dangers ahead, so try and avoid being
distracted by mobile phones, let your partner answer the phone. If there are two of you in the van then
the use of hands free and Bluetooth kits is prohibited as your concentration level will not be 100%. If
it’s a personal call then ask your partner to inform them that you will call them back when you can find
a safe place to do so and when practicality allows. If you are on your own don’t answer the phone, the
caller will leave a voicemail if its important and you can respond to it when it is safe to do so.

Never drive if you feel tired or unwell or under the influence of alcohol, you may be still over the limit if
you have been drinking the night before, so try and refrain from drinking on a Sunday afternoon or
during weeknights if possible. If you are caught driving under the influence you may lose your job -
ask your partner to share the driving after you have checked with the office that he is insured.

Inform your supervisor if you are unfit to drive due to illness.

Don’t get involved in Road rage situations as this will distract you and your concentration level and can
result in an accident. If you are being harassed or threatened by another road user, stay focused and
avoid eye contact, ask your partner to discreetly note the other vehicle registration number and phone
the police if you feel in any danger. If you have to stop, keep your van doors locked - do not leave the
van to confront the aggressor.

Always try to be a courteous driver at all times, be considerate of other road users and always follow
the Highway Code - you just might arrive at work and home in one piece.

Other road users are not always on the same “wavelength” as you they don’t see things the same way
as you and they won’t anticipate your next move and move over or “flash” to let you out at that
junction….Never assume!!!

The Highway Code says that we should have our eyes tested regularly. If you are required to wear
glasses for driving then you should do so, as our insurance will be invalid if you in the event of an
accident are found not to be wearing them.

See your doctor if you are having recurring headaches or illness as this can affect your ability to drive,
deeming you unfit to work.

REMEMBER getting home or to work is not a race so if you THINK SAFE you will DRIVE SAFE and
you will BE SAFE!

“let’s make sure that we continue to make our sites THE SAFEST by helping ourselves, our colleagues,
our customers and even our competitors by improving training, helping where necessary and
addressing any issues of concern there and then”

If you have any queries regarding the Safety Bulletin content or require further information please
contact any staff member of Xmo Strata Ltd.