The Timber Transport Forum of the UK has released the 4th edition of their log transport best practice document.The 28 page document provides a general statement of the legal and technical issues related to log haulage in Great Britain. The document is divided into the following sections:
- Introduction – Providing the background and aim of the document.
- Vehicle specifications – An overview of the different vehicle types and their specifications is provided as an annexure. Load weighing devices, overloading and reducing ground pressure on vehicles is discussed.
- Road network – Amongst others, forest roads, road damage from overloading and road defect reporting is included.
- Loading timber – Safety, loading, security of loads and preventing water and ground pollution are covered.
- Transporting timber – This section includes route planning, driving and efficient driving.
- Unloading timber
- Improving roundwood haulage – Issues such as continuous improvement, communication, training and biosecurity are dealt with.
A list of supporting documents and annexures is also attached.
Source: http://www.timbertransportforum.org.uk/Events.aspx?pid=13&id=148