8 November 2021
Activities of inaugural Irish Port Safety Week at Waterford
Activities at the inaugural Irish Port Safety Week at Port of Waterford:
The first 2 days consisted of distribution information Class 3 Hi-Vis vests and Port Safety Guides to create awareness of Port Golden Rules of:
- PPE – correct PPE to be worn at all times
- Speed – adhere to speed limits within the Port
- All accidents/incidents to be reported immediately
- Use of Mobile phones is prohibited when driving any form of vehicle / or in operational areas
- STOP operations when banksman is not visible
- Never perform work you are not competent/trained to complete
Interesting feedback was given by hauliers, who are an important part of the port community.