Training - Poling Vehicle Safety

Introduction

This course aims to give learners the knowledge, skills and understanding in the safety checks required on poling vehicles. It introduces learners to the hazards and potential risks involved with poling vehicles and to comply with health and safety
legislation. The target audience is aimed at those working on the telecoms network including suppliers and contractors.

Performance Objectives

Use suitable personal and vehicle protective equipment throughout all vehicle safety
checks
Authenticate the documentation relating to the vehicle
Ensure your operational checks and tests on the vehicle identify any faults and
non-compliance with statutory and organisational requirements accurately
Carry out vehicle safety checks and servicing activities in the specified sequence
Confirm all systems and components inspected function correctly following the
manufacturer’s specifications
Carry out pre-start checks and adjustments in accordance with standard procedures
Report any instances where the checks and servicing activities cannot be fully met or
where there are identified defects outside the planned schedule
Ensure your records are accurate, complete and passed to the relevant person(s) promptly
in the format required (this includes all vehicle related paperwork)
Confirm that equipment has been calibrated to meet manufacturers’ and legal
requirements, where necessary
Make suitable recommendations for future action based upon the results of your safety
checks
Clean the work area and safely dispose of waste materials in accordance with safe
working practices and approved procedures

Learning Outcomes

Know how to carry out poling vehicle safety checks in accordance with relevant health
and safety legislation and company policies
Be able to undertake pre and post operational poling vehicle safety checks
Know the reporting procedures where identified defects are present
Know how to complete inspection records/reports
Be able to work in a way which minimises the risk of damage to the vehicle other people
and their property

SAFE PRACTICE

It is the responsibility of the centre, in consultation with the trainer and assessor, to
ensure that risk assessments have been carried out. During this training you must take account of the relevant worksite operational requirements, procedures and safe working practices.

DURATION AND COURSE RATIO

1/2 day training/refresher. Trainer/ delegate 1.8 Practical assessment (20 minutes) Knowledge assessment (30 minutes)

COURSE TYPE AND LEVEL

Training and Assessment – Level 2

ACCREDITATION

Upon successful achievement learners will be issued with a Smart Awards certificate valid for 3 years.

ASSESSMENT

The assessment will test the learners knowledge and skills around the safety checks required on poling vehicles. Learners will be tested on their awareness and ability to carry out the required checks on all types of poling vehicles which they may use during their normal work.