IAGC LAND GEOPHYSICAL SAFETY MANUAL Edition 9 ... - CGISS

7) The driver should check that no equipment or people are in the path or under thevehicle before starting or moving.8) No one is permitted to work in or under a vehicle with the keys in the ignitionunless under the direct supervision of the mechanic.9) No one is permitted to rest, sleep or otherwise recline under a vehicle at any timeexcept while doing mechanical work. Do not leave or store equipment under aparked vehicle.10) Portable heaters are not recommended in any type of vehicle.11) Use skill and judgment in selecting the speed for all vehicles. Use of speedmonitoring devices and speed limiting and/or radar trap is recommended.12) All vehicles must respect the established speed limits set by the client in theirareas of operations.13) Do not throw litter or cigarettes out of the vehicle, and where there is wildlife takespecial care while driving to avoid accidents.14) All vehicles should be fitted with the following:a) Fire extinguisher.b) First aid kit.c) Communications; radio or telephone and contingency plan whereappropriate.d) Seat belts on all seats for all occupants in front and back.e) Serviceable spare wheel.f) Tool kit including jack and wheel nut spanner (lug wrench).g) In off-road situations or where the possibility of roll over exists, theoccupants of light commercial vehicles should be protected by a steel rollbar or roll cage if steel body shell protection is not provided.h) Survival kit if climate dictates.i) Roof top identification is recommended for vehicles operating in remote orhazardous conditions, or involved in helicopter operations.j) Reverse warning/ backup alarm device if appropriate.k) Maps.l) Portable Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver where appropriate indesert and artic environments.6.2 Journey ManagementJourney management is essential to control and monitor the movement of both vehiclesand boats.Without journey management, company employees can be exposed to unnecessarydangers and hazards.Page 87 of 136