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These should be highly visible and pedestrians and to guide must be worn.
sensibly positioned. the driver throughout his Illuminated light
n Where vehicles reverse up to reversing manoeuvre. wands must be used in
structures or edges, barriers n A system of agreed signals poorly lit areas and at night.
or wheel stops can be used to should be devised, and n Drivers must be aware
warn drivers that they need these signals must be that if, at any point during
to stop. clearly given to the the manoeuvre, they lose
n White lines on the driver. sight of the banksman
ground can help the driver n Ensure the they must stop
position the vehicle banksman the vehicle
accurately. stands immediately.
n Where a banksman in a safe
is required, ensure position Contact your
he/she is adequately while BPIF HS&E
trained and is aware directing the Adviser for
that the role is to driver and remains further information, or
keep the reversing visible to the driver at all times. if your business requires a Workplace Transport
area free of n High visibility protective clothing Risk Assessment to be conducted.

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