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Next week starting Monday 12th August is the start of Royal Mail's driving safely campaign aimed at educating all their employers on the dangers of using a mobile phone whilst driving. The campaign has the backing of trade unions, CWU and Unite. The announcement of the campaign was issued to all CWU branches with Royal Mail members by the CWU's Health and Safety Department via LTB470/19. Royal Mail Group's distinct policy on the use of mobile phones whilst driving is basic: It IS Forbidden! Mobile phones, PDAs or any other device including hands free that may cause distraction whilst driving on duty is a breach of RM Group's business standards, irrespective of which part of the Group's business an individual is employed. Facts and Figures
Further information is given in the letter to branches, including the fact that CWU Area Safety Reps are to be fully involved and consulted on joint Road Safety Week activities. This includes carrying out visits to units, safety inspections and speaking to drivers. ASRs full support is very much appreciated by Royal Mail Group and the CWU. This includes
ASRs are asked to agree with Operational Managers, which units they plan to visit and jointly support managers during the Road Safety Campaign. The full LTB complete with supporting documents can be downloaded here Source: CWU / Royal Mail
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