It is the top priority of the company to ensure compliance of RSMP policy by the employees.

1. Checking of all vehicles to ensure that vehicles are fit for transportation business and all vehicles are equipped with proper emergency accessories (fire extinguisher, first aid box, spill kits, and these are in serviceable conditions.
2. Ensure that all drivers trained very well. Obey all traffic rules
3. Drivers are firmly instructed that any violation of the rules (e.g., speed limits, excess idling, vehicle stoppage time etc.) will results in disciplinary action
4. Drivers shall be trained to comply with company emergency response plan
5. Comply to use safety seat belt during driving and keep safe distance from front vehicle and high alert driving during raining or wet roads

Operation is main activity of company. Safe and efficient operation is necessary to improve company performance

Al-Aliqi Transport company is committed to safe and efficient operation.

1. Ensure Drivers appointed for vehicles are medically and mentally fit for driving
2. Before loading check the fitness of trucks by senior drivers

3. Ensure the drivers have necessary information about the journey total time, duty hours, routes, rest areas and potential hazards of journey

4. To check the driver’s activities by tracking, spot checking, and trip log.

5. If the vehicle has a defect in maintenance or safety and cannot continue safe operation then refuse the load

According to medical evidence, smoking is injurious to health. Ministry of Health, World Health Organization has also declared that smoking is injurious to health. We have therefore decided to introduce No-Smoking policies in the place of work as there is a growing expectation among employees that they should be able to work in an atmosphere that is clean and smoke-free.

Furthermore, it is realized that the company should be more proactive in encouraging the NO-Smoking Zone at the workplace. Besides, smoking is also a Safety (fire) hazard, to achieve these objectives, all staff and visitors are asked to cooperate in making all public areas of the Company’s premises smoke-free.

In recognition of the above, we shall:

• Prohibit any smoking in all offices and worksites except in designated areas only.
• Require our visitors and staff to abide by this policy.
• Take disciplinary action on any employee or contractor who violates this policy.

Assistance will be considered through Medical Centre to any members of the staff who would like to give up smoking.

All company-owned vehicles should be fitted with seat belts.

Al-Aliqi Transport Company is committed to the goal of no harm to people.

Mobile phones have become an essential business tool for most staff; however, the use of a mobile phone, or other communication equipment, while driving presents a significant safety hazard.

Therefore, as a minimum within our business, the use of Mobile phones in motor trucks is as follows:

For safety purposes, the use of a hand-held mobile phone while driving is forbidden and should be treated as a case of serious misconduct. If there is no hands-free facility available, the phone must be switched off while driving and a messaging service should be used to take incoming calls.

When the vehicle is equipped with a hands-free kit, the phone should only be used to receive calls and conversations. To an absolute minimum while driving. If there is a need for a longer discussion, the driver should explain his situation and offer to call the caller back when a safe place to park is available. It is not safe to stop on the hard shoulder of a motorway.

Outgoing calls should not be made while driving and dialing must not take place whilst the vehicle is in motion.

“Our goal is standard, non-deviate maintenance”

The maintenance of vehicles is the shared responsibility of the driver, maintenance staff and organization.

Drivers shall routinely check their assigned vehicles to ensure proper oil level, water and antifreeze for radiators, water for battery, wear on belts, and proper inflation of tires. This service should be performed at least weekly.

It is the responsibility of driver to keep the vehicle clean and cabin in tidy condition. Vehicles should be washed as and when required. No loose objects are allowed in the cabin.

Preventive maintenance on vehicles is to be performed at scheduled intervals. If maintenance is not performed within plus or minus 500 km of the schedule, the concerned staff should be asked for a written explanation of this non-compliance.

All maintenance and repairs must have prior authorization by the maintenance manager, or any person designated, with the complete details of the maintenance on the repair order.

All vehicles must be inspected regularly for safety and roadworthiness as well as any inspections required by law. It is the responsibility of the maintenance department to ensure that all vehicles are inspected regularly. Non-compliance should be reported to senior management within three days of such occurrences.

All accidents, regardless of the extent of damage, must be reported. Information that should be obtained from the other driver involved in the accident is name, address, telephone number, and license plate number. An accident reporting form must be completed and forwarded immediately to concerned authorities.

Special equipment will be installed on the vehicles by following guidelines:

1. Written approval prior to installation must be obtained by the concerned department in the client company.
2. Radar detectors are not allowed in the vehicles.
3. Special equipment installed must not raise doubts about the quantity and integrity of the product being transported.

Introduction

1. All Drivers shall be recruited on the basis of merit with minimum eligibility standards.  No preference shall be given based on cast, creed, color, race and language.
2. The recruitment system encompasses mandatory criteria for all applicants, which must be followed in letter and spirit for recruitment of a driver in the organization.

Driver Recruitment Criteria

Applicants for the slot of drivers shall comply with the following age and experience criteria:

1. Applicant must have at least two years driving experience on the type of vehicle required to be driven in the company e.g. articulated and fixed.
2. Applicant’s age should be at least 25 years at the time of recruitment.
3. Applicant’s age should not exceed the official retirement age of the company i.e.58 years.
4. At the time of recruitment, if the above selection criteria could not be met then emphasis shall be laid on driving skills and personality.  Moreover, additional care during training will be taken through the added support of Monitor drivers.

Personality

Driver’s personality attributes shall be verified through an Interview / Assessment Form at the time of selection.   The ideal candidate should be:

1. Someone who has an aptitude for driving.
2. Someone who can provide courteous service to customers.
3. Mature and responsible.
4. Capable of working independently, self-reliant and self-disciplined.
5. Prepared and capable of working on shifts.

Someone who must be aware and determined to practice all safety rules, methods and procedures.

1. Non Smokers shall be preferred.
2. No attitude towards drugs.
3. No physical deformity & capable of controlling the vehicle (reaching and operating the controls).
4. Someone with the ability to perceive hazards & able to react rationally in normal and emergency situations

Health

AL-ALIGI approved doctor shall conduct a comprehensive medical examination. 

The Medical report shall be placed in the personal file of each driver after completion of selection process.

   Medical examination must ensure following fitness areas:

1. Vision (eyesight and color blindness).
2. Any serious illness
3. Any neurological or musculoskeletal deficiency that could adversely affect movement and reaction time
4. Conditions that could result in sudden collapse such as epilepsy, diabetes and heart attack
5. Any history of anxiety or depression
6. Use of any medication which could influence driving behavior
7. Stress / sleeping disorders, and degree of dependence on sleeping tablets, alcohol and other measures
8. Drug and alcohol testing
9. Driving Skills
10. Practical Driving Test

Each driver should go through a practical driving examination before recruitment.  An experienced driver / monitor driver shall conduct this test under typical operating conditions. He will confirm that the applicant is fully competent to drive the type of vehicle he would use on company business

The applicant to be recruited must have an appropriate valid License for the vehicle to be driven by him.

A Photostat copy of license must be placed in his personal file.

Intelligence and General Education
(Pre-Recruitment Test)

1. Intelligence tests shall be conducted if the applicant has limited education. This shall ensure that the prospective driver demonstrates the minimum level of intelligence required to fulfill his duties.
2. The preferred level of education for a prospective driver is a Matriculate; if not, the Middle level would meet the criteria.
3. If an applicant is not meeting the above education standards, then he should be literate and numerate at a level where he is able to:
4. Follow written work instructions.
5. Read maps.
6. Safety bulletins.
7. Fill out the trip log.
8. Other forms required to report journey details etc.
9.  

Induction

1. A newly selected driver will be given a job offer letter along with an “Extract from Rules & Regulations of the Company” for his guidance.  He will be on probation for three months.
2. Newly hired drivers should be put on the safest and least demanding routes.
3. There should be a progression from smaller to larger trucks and from rigid to articulated vehicles, supported by continuous progressive training.
4. During initial short trips, a monitor driver should spend the first three to five days with a new driver, identifying any skill gaps, and attitude problems and providing the necessary support.
5. The monitor driver shall continue to record his skill gaps during the probationary period and through coaching, counseling, and other training drills would bridge the gaps in his driving skills.   He will then submit his report to the company.
6. Following a final trip at the end of the probationary period, the monitor driver should recommend whether a driver is to be rejected or accepted.
7. A job confirmation letter will be issued to the driver on probation if the Monitor-Driver comments positively about him and there is no other negative report against him.

Conduct

With respect to general conduct, drivers shall:

Follow procedures regarding duty and rest periods.

1. Follow defensive driving principles.
2. Always wear a seat belt whilst in a moving vehicle.
3. Work in accordance with all company HSSE Rules and act on the instructions of their supervisor.
4. Keep the vehicle and cab interior clean and tidy.
5. Do Not place heavy or sharp objects in the cab (or on the top of trailers).
6. Not place product samples or product-contaminated material, including gloves, in the cab.
7. Not engage in horseplay or unsafe driving maneuvers.
8. Must not smoke or carry matches, lighters, or another source of ignition when carrying flammable products.

Other Important Requirements

During the selection process in addition to the above mentioned requirements the under-mentioned elements are also very important, and the driver selection shall encompass the following:

1. Driving record (no serious offences and no more than three accidents or violations in the last 5 years).
2. Knowledge of defensive driving.
3. Attitude to alcohol and drugs.
4. Understanding of the Highway Code
5. Awareness of key road safety issues
6. Product Knowledge
7. First aid skills
8. Firefighting Skills

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The safety of your drivers is no doubt a top priority, this starts with having well-maintained vehicles but should also focus on monitoring driver behavior and ensuring that safe driving practices are being followed.

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5. Theft Recovery
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