Regional Customer Service Field Work and Driving - West Region

Placed travel trip and plan into Outlook calendar

Travel approved by Manager

Correct vehicle type (if travelling on dirt roads for long distances, take a suitable equipped 4WD vehicle)

Weather conditions checked and assessed whether safe to travel

Vehicle pre-start check conducted (vehicle is within service interval, sufficient fuel, check tyres, clean windscreen, fuel cards available)

First Aid kit available

Correct PPE worn (long sleeve shirt, long pants, hi-vis vest, lace-up safety boots, wide brim hat, sunscreen, gloves)

Have you read and signed Safe Work Method Statement - Regional Customer Service Field Work and Driving - West Region

Has a visual inspection been conducted of tools and equipment?

Do you have phone coverage?

Are there pedestrians/traffic in close proximity to the task/work area?

Are there controls in place to protect the public and yourself?

Have you contacted your Manager if working alone, remote or isolated?

Parked clear of carriageway, minimum 3 metres if possible, to make/receive phone calls

Is the vehicle parked in an easily accessible area on flat even ground?

Is the area free from slips, trips and falls?

Are there any hazards on site not controlled by the existing Safe Work Method Statement?

Refuel vehicle and clean windscreen

Tidy/clean vehicle

Is there any damage or issues with the vehicle

Has the damage or issue been reported

Complete log book and return keys