Tailored tacho support from Logistics UK
Logistics UK has explained the benefits of its suite of tachograph services, designed to assist fleet operators with often complex compliance requirements around drivers’ hours.
“Operators have a legal responsibility regarding drivers maintaining compliance with the working time directive, drivers’ hours and tachograph legislation,” said Chris Lipscomb, director of operations at Logistics UK.
“Failure to comply can result in prosecution, heavy fines and the restriction or loss of the company operating licence. As part of the performance and management of drivers, it is a key responsibility for businesses to keep up to date with all aspects of operational compliance including the EU and GB domestic driving hours rules.”
By way of example, Chris explained how the 2020 changes to the Mobility Package, requiring even occasional drivers to produce records for the current day and previous 28 calendar days for enforcement staff, caused concern among Logistics UK members. As a result, the organisation raised the issue and helped instigate a partial relaxation in DVSA record-keeping requirements for UK drivers.
“Compliance and legislation can, at times, be overwhelming to navigate,” he continued.
“Logistics UK recognises that businesses may not have a full understanding of road vehicle compliance and legislation, and therefore offers various tachograph services which provides drivers with a complete bespoke solution to support in both managing and improving compliance.”
The services include Tachograph Analysis, Tachograph On-site/Remote Compliance Service Workshops, and Tachograph Contract Management, with tailored solutions to suit each company size, operational processes and individual needs.
“Tachograph Analysis delivers detailed reports highlighting areas for development and provides businesses with immediate access to infringements, which allows for meaningful benchmarking, not only for the individual company but for sector and industry too,” explained Chris.
“Logistics UK also advises on driver digital cards and company cards regarding their correct usage, especially if there are any issues and liaises with the relevant government bodies should the need arise from our members. Furthermore, members are advised on the correct method of recording drivers’ hours and the limits drivers must adhere to.
“Logistics UK’s tachograph services can provide businesses with contract management to assist with the set up and roll out of Vision, a platform which allows users to manage driver and fleet compliance via a single portal as well as increase performance and reduce risks, throughout an organisation.
“Vision will also ensure that company policies and best practices are implemented to ensure a consistent standard of operations and reporting. Logistic UK’s on-site and remote service can deliver workshops at businesses’ premises covering drivers’ hours legislation, digital tachographs and Vision familiarisation.”
He added that Logistics UK was continuing to improve the on-site compliance reviews, for example the new digitalised reviews that have just been launched.
“The latest developments include the option to include pass/fail criteria and more in-depth investigation on compliance with drivers’ hours, working time rules and tachograph regulations,” Chris explained.
“Results will be displayed in brand new screens as well as including a new report which members will have access to download, and a dashboard to compare results over time. With vehicle compliance and regulations constantly being updated, Logistics UK will continue to keep members informed and provide the resources required.”
