A guide on preventing accidents at work sites, specifically through safer driving. Many workplace risks may be prevented through design. However, some remain, such as those related to driving. Reversing, manoeuvring, or entering or leaving the site may all cause accidents to occur. Examples are listed for several vehicle types, including excavators, dumpers, lift trucks, and lorries.
Clients, designers, employers, managers, the self-employed, construction workers, safety representatives and plant hiring bodies.
Avoiding accidents at construction sites.
Getting Started
Implement signallers and separate driving lanes. Use pre-driving checklists to prevent accidents.