Environmental Hazardous symbol on Tanker

bigadaj

In most circumstances if there is sufficient evidence to prosecute they will go for convictions on the driver and the company.

shaun_from_Africa

BeenThroughItAll wrote: »

Surely a 'professional' driver would know the answer to this?

bugslet wrote: »

It isn't something that is covered under the driving test so why would s/he?

It's not covered by the driving test but when transporting dangerous goods by road in the UK, it is normally a requirement for the drivers of the vehicles to undergo recognized training before being allowed to take charge of the vehicles.
This is so that in the event of an emergency they know the dangers of what they are transporting and what actions to take and like all drivers of any vehicles in the UK, they are also responsible for ensuring that the vehicle they are in control of meets all of the required legal requirements.

There are some exemptions to this requirement, usually based on the quantity of the goods being transported.

Billy_Bullocks

bugslet wrote: »

It isn't something that is covered under the driving test so why would s/he?

If the goods fall under ADR, which they may be Class 9 and do so, then his company should proved the appropriate training.

What I suggest you do OP, is go over to Trucknet, ask there and Diesel Dave will answer at some point - as an ADR trainer he's a good source of industry specific knowledge.

http://www.trucknetuk.com/phpBB/index.php?sid=9e87b8fb1358beb563d8a7b9801a082c

It's more a CPC issue and if you don't know you're incompetent.

bugslet

bugslet wrote: »

It isn't something that is covered under the driving test so why would s/he?

If the goods fall under ADR, which they may be Class 9 and do so, then his company should proved the appropriate training.



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shaun_from_Africa wrote: »

It's not covered by the driving test but when transporting dangerous goods by road in the UK, it is normally a requirement for the drivers of the vehicles to undergo recognized training before being allowed to take charge of the vehicles.
This is so that in the event of an emergency they know the dangers of what they are transporting and what actions to take and like all drivers of any vehicles in the UK, they are also responsible for ensuring that the vehicle they are in control of meets all of the required legal requirements.

There are some exemptions to this requirement, usually based on the quantity of the goods being transported.

That's what I said, the company should provide training, which would cover e erything you mentioned.

Billy_Bullocks wrote: »

It's more a CPC issue and if you don't know you're incompetent.

I'm incompetent? Why assume what I know and don't know regarding the CPC, when I haven't touched on it. I pointed out that it's for the company to provide the training (and the equipment), for the driver to be able to do his job.

Billy_Bullocks

bugslet wrote: »

I'm incompetent? Why assume what I know and don't know regarding the CPC, when I haven't touched on it. I pointed out that it's for the company to provide the training (and the equipment), for the driver to be able to do his job.

I've not assumed anything about you, the reference was in relation to our so called professional tanker driver.

System

bugslet wrote: »

You don't need a license to transport hazardous materials

Depends on what you are carrying and more importantly, the quantity. It may be your company transports low volumes so you don't need a driver with an ADR.

bugslet

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Billy_Bullocks wrote: »

I've not assumed anything about you, the reference was in relation to our so called professional tanker driver.

My apologies, you had quoted me.

bugslet

interstellaflyer wrote: »

Sounds like a real cowboy outfit, are you sure they have a licence to handle hazardous materials?

bugslet wrote: »

You don't need a license to transport hazardous materials, though the people in the office should have appropriate training and the company should have an appointed a DGSA.

Tarambor wrote: »

Depends on what you are carrying and more importantly, the quantity. It may be your company transports low volumes so you don't need a driver with an ADR.

I was referring back to interstellars comments about the business having a license, not the drivers. I have asked the OP what he is carrying, that would clarify things a lot more.

All my drivers have ADR packages 1-6,8&9; a couple have 7 for entertainment;) and its definitely not under limits.:eek: Make my life a lot easier if it was.

Norman_Castle

http://www.warningsafetysigns.com/acatalog/ghs-label-environmentally-hazardous-4547.html#SID=3445

They're £1.99. Sort it yourself and bill the company.

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jaymoe

Haven't been able to get on here but thanks everyone for their help

I have been on courses and know what I do and don't need. The company are doing the bare minimum to be honest and I was asking in case rules have changed that I wasn't aware of so wanted clarification before I refuse to drive the truck as like you say it's my licence at risk.