The UK is the ninth largest manufacturing nation in the world, with the total value of UK manufacturers’ product sales totalling £396.6 billion in 2019. Manufacturing equates to 11% of the UK’s GVA and employs 2.7 million people.
Whether they’re stopping for a tasty Mexican treat or not, all drivers must have a 45-minute break after 4.5 hours of driving to stay in line with Government legislation.
This could present drivers with the perfect opportunity to grab a tasty-filled tortilla, or indeed a meal of any kind, but it is the rest from driving that is really important. If drivers were to drive continuously without a break, they’d run the risk or getting tired and making mistakes, which no one can afford to do on our busy roads, so breaks are essential.
All commercial heavy goods vehicles must be fitted with a digital tachograph to record their driving. This includes speed, distance travelled and the amount of time they’ve been driving. The drive mode is activated automatically when the vehicle is in motion.
All drivers must be properly trained on how to use the tachograph in their vehicle to ensure it is being done correctly. All tachographs should be calibrated, inspected and re-calibrated in line with the rules.
The UK is the ninth largest manufacturing nation in the world, with the total value of UK manufacturers’ product sales totalling £396.6 billion in 2019. Manufacturing equates to 11% of the UK’s GVA and employs 2.7 million people.
With the UK’s population continuing to grow, the waste industry is under increasing pressure, and the need for innovative, sustainable solutions has never been greater. From staggering statistics to surprising insights, check out our 10 shocking waste facts that might just change the way you think about rubbish.
Barney joined TJ Waste in February as an Operations Administrator and is enjoying learning all about the waste industry. Outside of work Barney is an avid football fan and plays five-a-side once a week. He also enjoys live music, Formula 1 and MotoGP.
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