Motor Vehicle Hazards

A transportation system must be designed to account for the layout, the work being done, and the types of equipment used. The most common reported motor vehicle hazard is a rollover. Rollovers are particularly dangerous at a hazardous waste site, as the load being carried is often flammable or toxic.

Transportation hazards can easily be avoided with the proper combination of safe work practices and vigilance. Nevertheless, the hazards presented by transportation consistently create significant risks in the workplace. This is mostly due to human carelessness and inattention.

The following are a few best practices drivers should follow to stay safe at work:

• They should always be alert and drive defensively.
• They should be familiar with the audible and visual warning signs used.
• They should be familiar with how their vehicles operate. They should always read the operating manual that accompanies the vehicle.
• They should always wear their seatbelts.
• They should pay close attention to their surroundings at all times.

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