Internal transport

• Author: International Labour Organization
• Pages: 63-64

MEISI05-R-2005-02-0159-1-En.doc

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13. Internal transport

13.1. Hazard description

13.1.1. Internal transport, such as road and rail vehicles used in the transport of raw

materials, intermediates, products, waste and people, has the potential to cause injuries to

workers and other people, as well as damage to the workplace environment.

13.1.2. The hazards can be caused by interaction between vehicles, vehicles and

other objects and personnel, or by loads falling off or from the vehicle.

13.2. Control strategies

13.2.1. Training and information

13.2.1.1. Operators of vehicles should receive and maintain adequate training and the

required certification according to the regulations established by the competent authority.

13.2.1.2. Operators of certain types of vehicles may require regular medical

surveillance.

13.2.1.3. Operators should have the necessary knowledge of the hazards and

potential risks concerning the transportation of cargo.

13.2.1.4. Contractors and other visitors should be appropriately instructed about the

hazards and potential risks. They should be instructed about the rules of how to move in

the area.

13.2.2. Prevention and control

13.2.2.1. Transport routes should be planned and constructed to minimize the risk of

collision and with sufficient safe clearance to allow for aisles and turns, or other types of

control area. Where appropriate, maps showing the proposed route should be provided.

13.2.2.2. Transport routes should be clear of obstructions and, where possible,

without irregular surfaces.

13.2.2.3. Transport routes and work areas containing transport vehicles should be

visibly marked and segregated from waterways to the greatest extent possible.

13.2.2.4. The safe operating speed for vehicles should be posted and enforced.

13.2.2.5. Vehicles should be used and maintained in accordance with the

requirements of the competent authorities and, as appropriate, be equipped with safety

devices such as fire-fighting equipment and warning devices for reversing operations.

13.2.2.6. The operator should be protected from cargo, such as molten metal

splashes, chemicals and unsecured cargo.

13.2.2.7. Loads should be lowered slowly and smoothly.