Motor Vehicles Motor Vehicles Company Harlan McPhee North McPhee South Powerhawke Ravex Richards Company Using the Form Job Name * Job Name and/or Number Date * Motor Vehicles Ensure safe driving by including an inspection of any motor vehicle you drive, whether it’s a company vehicle or your own car. Check all lights, brake lights and turn signals; be sure that windshield wipers, the horn, and if applicable, the back-up warning device are in working order. Check the brakes, both the foot pedal as well as the emergency hand brake. Check the status of the inspection sticker. Check the oil and make sure you have enough fuel. Report any defective or broken parts on company vehicles to your supervisor. It is a good practice to get into the habit of performing a 360 degree walk around inspection of your vehicle whenever you refuel. Never leave the gas nozzle unattended, so do your walk around after you are done gassing up. Company vehicles have GPS tracking systems installed in them. When we recently installed the new system, we got a couple of added features that were previously not monitored. The new devices are equipped with an inertial device that can sense quick starts, hard braking and hard cornering. Of these three measures, the hard braking stands out as an indicator of a driving habit that could easily lead to a vehicle incident. There are instances when hard braking is required, such as another driver pulling out in front of you or a deer jumping out of the woods, so we would expect that a few occurrences may show up. If there are numerous braking events showing up, this could indicate other unfavorable driving habits such as following too close or distracted driving. As the driver or operator, you are responsible to make sure that all bins are closed, the load is secure, and the area is CLEAR before moving the vehicle. Extreme caution must be used when backing vehicles. When parking, pull all the way through so no backing is required when leaving or back in when you first arrive. If you pull into a parking spot nose first, your field of view may be good, but other large vehicles can pull in next to you significantly restricting your field of vision when go to leave. If you must back-up and you have someone riding with you, have your passenger get out and direct you so you can back-up safely. When backing a vehicle in the vicinity of other workers or in a congested area, a spotter should always be used. The operator must observe posted speed limits. Many accidents are caused by driving too slowly as well as too fast. Use turn signals when turning and when pulling out onto the road or highway. It is the responsibility of every employee who drives a company motor vehicle to be licensed, and to know and obey all state and local regulations pertaining to its operation. Always carry your driver's license with you. Many states also require that the vehicle registration be carried in your car, van or truck. Every person who operates a motor vehicle has an obligation to themselves, their family, their employer, other drivers and pedestrians to operate their vehicle in a safe and courteous manner. Be a defensive driver! Make allowances for mistakes, lack of skill and lack of knowledge on the part of the other driver. Always control your temper and be alert, looking far enough ahead to recognize and avoid impending situations. You're in the driver's seat -- a lot rests on your shoulders. DRIVE DEFENSIVELY! Additional Comments Foreman Name * Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Picture Upload Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum upload size: 52.43MB reCAPTCHA Submit Δ
