26-08-05 Working Time DVD for Operators and Drivers
VOSA (Vehicle & Operator Services Agency) has released a new DVD - Working Time - which is an easy-to-follow guide explaining the Road Transport (Working Time) Regulations 2005.
The film is designed for operators and drivers to help them comply with the regulations. It dispels a few myths, such as the misunderstanding that drivers’ hours’ regulations have been replaced by working time regulations.
The DVD explains:
• What is Working Time?
• Periods of Availability
• Working Time Limits
• Reference Periods
• Night Working
• Rest and Breaks
• Information and Records
Graham Williams, VOSA Commercial Manager said, “We know that there is a need for information amongst the industry and we are placing the emphasis on education. We don’t want anyone to be put at risk through lack of good advice. VOSA is responsible for the enforcement of this legislation - we want to help operators and drivers to comply, and we have made this DVD to support them.”
The DVD costs £18 and is available from VOSA by telephoning 0870 60 60 440. Payment can be made by credit/debit card or by cheque.
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NOTES TO EDITOR:
The Working Time DVD is the latest in VOSA’s Check It Out series for the HGV and PSV industry.
The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) is responsible for:
• Processing applications for licences to operate lorries and buses and registering bus services
• Operating and administering testing schemes for all vehicles, including the supervision of the MOT testing scheme
• Enforcing the law on vehicles to ensure that they comply with legal standards and regulations
• Enforcing drivers' hours and licensing requirements
• Supporting Traffic Commissioners to help them make informed decisions on operator licensing, vocational drivers and bus registration requirements
• Providing training and advice for commercial operators
• Investigating vehicle accidents, defects and recalls.
For further information about VOSA, please contact: Zita Galambosi on 0117 954 2561 / zita.galambosi@vosa.gov.uk, or Marka Rifat on 0117 954 3438 / marka.rifat@vosa.gov.uk
Page last updated: 25/09/2006