On Monday 13 July 2015, the Senior Traffic Commissioner launched a
consultation on how commissioners deal with the conduct of professional
truck, bus and coach drivers. Whether you’re a driver, transport manager or operator, the Senior Traffic Commissioner wants to hear from you.
Having an effective way to report defects should be a key part of your
vehicle maintenance regime. It’s also a good way to make sure your
drivers know which defects to look for. This could include locked
emergency exits or missing break-glass hammers on buses and coaches.
Earlier this year, the Senior Traffic Commissioner published revised
guidance for operators of local bus services in England (outside London)
and Wales. If you’ve seen the document already, you’ll know the
punctuality and reliability standards haven’t changed.
Planning ahead – it’s something we all like to do well. But sometimes
unexpected events, or things we’ve put to one side, take us by surprise.
When it comes to running vehicles, your planner will be full of dates:
safety inspections, tax disc renewals, MOTs and countless other entries.
New load security guidance has been published to help vehicle operators
transport loads securely. The guidance details your responsibilities,
the consequences of not securing your load correctly and how DVSA
enforces the rules.
