What types of accident affect HGV drivers?
Road accidents; falls from trailer during sheeting or strapping; manual unloading; vehicle rollover; fatigue from hours violations; dock plate/loading bay incidents
What does the law require for HGV driver safety?
Drivers' Hours Regulations (EU 561/2006 as retained); Working Time (Road Transport) Regulations 2005; tachograph compliance; vehicle maintenance under Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986; PUWER 1998 for tail lifts
What if driver fatigue contributed to the accident?
Employer responsible for scheduling compliant with rest rules; claimant may have contributory negligence if voluntarily drove while fatigued
What about tail lift injuries?
LOLER 1998 — tail lift thorough examination every 6 months; PUWER — maintenance and training
Third-party liability in road accidents
Where another driver caused the accident — motor claim against that driver's insurer
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Sources
- EU Regulation 561/2006 (retained UK law)
- LOLER 1998
- PUWER 1998
- Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986
This guide is editorial information about UK law. It is not legal advice and does not create a solicitor–client relationship. For advice on your circumstances, speak to a regulated personal-injury solicitor.