FORS ACCREDITATION

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That a formally appointed, experienced and responsible person is running the transport operation.
That all regulatory licenses necessary are held.
That all company policies and procedures are communicated to the staff.
That all policies and procedures are reviewed annually at a minimum, and any changes implemented are themselves reviewed.
That a system exists for dealing with and managing complaints and legal action.
That all staff are qualified, trained and experienced.
That the company is up to date with industry developments.
That all policies and processes covering the mandatory requirements of the FORS standard, and the roles and responsibilities of senior management and daily operations personnel are documented.

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That all licenses are checked and verified before driving and reviewed at least every six months.
That all drivers working for the company follow the Highway Code and pay particular regard to vulnerable road users.
That all drivers and line managers undergo approved progressive training.
That all drivers are forbidden from using a mobile phone or other distracting technology while driving and that this is enforced.
That all drivers are fit and healthy to work.
That driver hours are managed and monitored through effective planning and tachograph measurements.
That all infractions are recorded, monitored and acted upon.

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An inspection and maintenance plan for all vehicles and equipment.
That all vehicles are subject to a daily walk-around check.
That all vehicles are monitored for fuel use and tyre wear.
That a minimum of third-party insurance is held for the entire fleet.
That all Vehicle Excise Duty is paid.
That vehicles are safely loaded.
That all vehicles over 3.5 tonnes are fitted with prominent signage to warn vulnerable road users not to get too close, side-under run protection and class VI mirrors.
That risk assessment has been carried out on the potential for people to fall from vehicles, for vehicles manoeuvring.

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That the most efficient and appropriate vehicles are deployed for each journey and that vehicle routes to sites are adhered to.
That all specialist goods, waste or abnormal loads are dealt with in the correct manner.
That insurance claims are reviewed and reacted to.
That all records are well kept and maintained.

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