Training Module 8: Vehicles Notify Training Module 8: VehiclesTrainee NameSupervisor nameDateVehicles – 1 hourFront Cab – Show vehicle inspection form and go through how to fill it in. Show where manual for vehicle is kept – glove box. Tyre pressures – plate on drivers side door. Diesel vehicles – normal diesel not super/v-power diesel. Show van file contents. Discuss the need to check van file if unsure with any Hilo procedures. Where first aid kit is located Where fire extinguisher is locatedVan equipment - Show how to fill up with water. Discuss need to keep filling area clean and tidyShow how van system operates: Trace the water from the main tanks to the pumps – show how to maintain fittings, Trace water from pumps to the D.I. bottles – show how to change D.I. bottles. Show how to change resin in D.I. bottles – mention the hazards of spilling the resin. Trace water from the D.I. bottles to the hozelock fittings. Show how to use the Veri streams – how the battery charges. how to change fuses in the pumps DI bottles: refilling and hazards of spillage Hoses – Show how to use the hoses. Mention how to change the fittings when they wear out. Roof Rack – Van operator must make sure roof rack is secure and in good visual condition. Talk about the general risks the operator will come across. Show online vehicle inspection form Show vehicle fault form Security: keeping van & equipment secure & safe whist parked or working on siteExaminationEmployee to show driver ability. Get employee to: PassFailDriveReverseParkWorking in winter weatherWinter months for window cleaners means very cold hands, freezing hoses, freezing water, potentially cold & wet feet, and many more hazards to contend with.Planning is Key – Assessing hazards.Keep up to date with the weather forecast so you can prepare the day/night before. This may mean ensuring you have the right equipment and clothing required for tasks. Most winter related problems can be avoided with good preparation.Equipment / water fed pole system.When water turns to ice it expands, anything full of water is a risk of cracking or breaking when temperatures drop. If the forecast is anywhere near zero degrees or below the prepare the evening before. Prevention: Take the hose, backpack etc inside where possible Depress water pumps Insulate the water tanks where possible Ensure heater is working May need to disconnect hoses from filters or pumps to allow remaining water to escape Ensuring there is salt/grit in the vanGritting/SaltingGive a generous spread of salt / grit to areas with water spillage. Pay particular attention to areas where people will be walking, i.e., entrance ways, walkways etc. Salt can stop ice from forming and causing a slip hazard.Working – reduce water spillage.Freezing cold weather causes problems whilst cleaning. Excess water left can cause a slip hazard to anyone so the less water spillage in cold weather the better. You must act before, during and after cleaning. Use warning signage/cones Consider an exclusion zone to divert public etc from the working area. Consider rescheduling some work to warmer times of the year. To reduce water use you may need to divert to traditional methods rather than WFP.Training completion Supervisor signature Sign Here Submit
