FORS, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme, has unveiled its new FORS Emissions Calculator; an innovative, digital tool – developed in association with Transport for London (TfL) and Zemo Partnership – to help its operators better understand and reduce emissions. The FORS Emissions Calculator is a free and easy-to-use tool for… Read more »
RHA supports industry efforts to tackle diabetes in the workplace
The RHA has committed to two projects that will reduce stigma around diabetes and will support staff with the condition. RHA Managing Director Richard Smith made the pledge at an industry roundtable event which discussed the implications type 2 diabetes has on the road transport sector. The roundtable, hosted by… Read more »
Ginsters owner fined £1.28m after employee crushed to death by lorry
The owner of Ginsters has been fined £1.28 million after an employee was killed by a lorry that was delivering supplies to the bakery where it makes its pasties. Paul Clarke was fatally crushed on 2 December 2021 after being struck by the vehicle as it reversed into a loading… Read more »
How to Stay Compliant with Evolving Health and Safety Standards
Health and safety regulations are essential for protecting employees, customers, and the public. As standards evolve, organisations must stay up-to-date and ensure compliance to avoid penalties and create a safe working environment. However, keeping pace with changing regulations can be challenging, especially as new risks, technologies, and best practices emerge…. Read more »
Amendments to Driver CPC will introduce flexibility while ensuring road safety says Logistics UK
Responding to the amendments to the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC) which were passed by parliament this week, Logistics UK, Senior Policy Manager – Road Freight Regulation, Chris Yarsley says: “The revisions to the Driver CPC ensure road safety is maintained while introducing much-needed flexibility into the training regime… Read more »
Sharp Skips strikes gold with FORS accreditation
Now over 40 years into its operation, Essex-based waste management company, Sharp Skips has stated that FORS accreditation has directly led to an increasing number of high-profile new business opportunities. From its base in Rainham, the FORS Gold Accredited Operator manages a mixed fleet of nearly 40 vehicles, ranging from… Read more »
FORS to deliver new accreditation for owner van drivers
FORS, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme, has announced it is to deliver its best practice road transport principles for single van operations where the vehicle owner is also the driver. The move is aimed at driving up standards of safety, efficiency and environmental protection in this relatively hard to reach… Read more »
FORS accreditation ‘an absolute must’ for Campeys of Selby
Shortlisted for Haulier of the Year at the 2024 MT Awards, Campeys of Selby has revealed that its accreditation with FORS is ‘an absolute must’ when in pursuit of new business wins. With more and more transport contracts specifying a demonstration of best practice, FORS continues to be the preferred… Read more »
DVS grace period set to be extended to 6 months after RHA campaign
The RHA is pleased to announce that hauliers are set to get more time to prepare for new Direct Vision Standard safety criteria launching later this year. Officials are set to extend a grace period to six months for hauliers operating in the capital to comply with new Progressive Safe… Read more »
Run a safe and legal operation with the help of Logistics UK’s transport manager conferences
Logistics UK’s series of Transport Manager conferences returns this autumn with ten events taking place across the country providing transport operators with the latest compliance and legislation information. Now in its 24th year, the conferences are the industry’s leading events providing operators with the latest compliance information, guidance on legislation… Read more »