With winter fast approaching, the message to drivers and transport operators from the FTA  (Freight Transport Association) is get prepared NOW for the onslaught of winter weather. “Insufficient preparation can lead to lives being put at risk, people stranded for uncomfortable lengths of time, and emergency services becoming stretched”. Not only that, any unplanned vehicle down-time can cost transport operators time and money and could affect customer relations and contracts.

Be Aware of Weather/Road Conditions

• Being aware of approaching severe weather is vital – having access to reliable weather information allows drivers and transport operators to make informed decisions about where and when to travel, to plan journeys and adjust dri­ving accord­ing to the con­di­tions and plan jour­neys
• The FTA Traffic Service provides vital amber and red alerts for winter weather and operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week
• Sign up now for The FTA  Weather Update Service 

Advice On Dealing With Winter Weather Conditions from the FTA 

• Information For Drivers: Driving In Severe Weather and Safety tips for driving in snow and ice for LGV drivers
• Information For Operators: Advice to operators for dealing with snow and ice 

Make Sure You Have Your Vehicles Properly Prepared

• Safety first is key at this time of year and now is the time for transport operators to start ensuring vehicles are properly prepared and checked in advance of winter weather
• Traffic Scotland have produced a great leaflet for transport operators  on  Winter Weather Best Practice. Key advice includes checking and replacing tyres, testing and maintaining batteries ahead of winter weather, measures to keep depots and distribution centres clear of ice and snow and ensuring vehicles hold winter emergency kits
• Severe winter weather can have a major impact on transport networks and correspondingly transport operators and drivers.  Keeping updated with winter weather travel information and taking measures now to prepare for winter and will ensure vehicles and drivers are suitably equipped to cope with severe weather and transport operators will save time and avoid unnecessary costs

Plan ahead and you will be better prepared this winter !

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