Who should supply the Driver's Emergency Instructions
in Writing? (Tremcard)
In ADR 2009 Chapter 5.4.3.2 the responsibility for supplying the Emergency
Instructions in Writing changed to the Carrier (previously with the Consignor)
and it now only requires to be in a language the driver / crew understand.
The format of the Instructions was also changed and one four page document
now replaces the need for different cards for each product carried. (TREMCARD)
The Carrier should ensure that the drivers concerned understand and are
capable of carrying out these instructions properly. Having a current ADR vocational
certificate will in part achieve this, however the Carrier has to ensure the
vehicle is properly equipped so that the driver can carry out the instructions.
The driver is responsible for reading and understanding the instructions
and keeping them readily available in the drivers cab.
He or she is also expected to carry out the emergency instructions in the event
of an emergency but not to put his or her life at risk.
The Consignor may enter into an agreement with the Carrier and
supply the emergency instructions to the driver on his behalf, however this
does not
relieve
the Carrier from his legal duty to ensure the driver has these instructions
and
that their
content is correct.
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