Safety (HSSE)

All trucks entering the terminal must meet certain minimum safety standards. If any trucks do not meet these standards, they will be denied access into the terminal. The following rules act as a guideline for truck drivers while they operate on the terminal. 

1. Always ask questions when entering the terminal for the first time.
2. As a truck driver, make sure to always eat and buy your food and water and use the toilets before entering the terminals, because pedestrian movement inside the terminal is not allowed. 
3. Upon arrival at the terminal, you must show your driver's license, reflective jackets, helmets (if applicable), safety shoes, and ensure your seat belt is utilized. Additionally, a valid fire extinguisher for your truck, twist lock to hook container, revolving light, trafficators, headlights, horn, and brake lights must all be in good working condition.
4. All drivers must stop at security for checks – engines to be turned off.
5. Upon arrival at the stop, ensure you turn your twist lock and collect your BAT card from the security post.
6. If you must use the toilet, make sure you are properly parked, use your handbrake, and use the mobile toilet closest to you. 
7. While driving inside the terminal, always wear your seat belt, stop at each junction/intersection, and look to the right and left before making any turn. 
8. The speed limit is 25km/h. Driving and using your phone are not allowed. 
9. Drinking alcohol and smoking inside the terminal is not allowed. If caught, the driver will be handed over to the port police.
10. Maintain a 40-foot distance between your truck and any machinery, while waiting to be serviced. 
11. Always give way to any machinery to prevent fatal accidents.
12. All accidents are preventable, ensure to always remain inside your trucks.
13. Do not overtake, reverse, or make a U-turn within container stacks. If you need to make a U-turn, go to the nearest intersection.
14. Do not drive under any suspended load.
15. Do not drive into the blind side of the RTG lane.
16. When you get to the loading point, give your BAT card for loading.
17. Do not get out of your truck or try to set your twist lock.
18. Do not enter between container stacks.
19. Do not sleep outside your trucks, pray on top of your truck or outside, or sit on the floor inside the terminal.
20. Do not walk under a suspended load or engage in any form of horseplay on any equipment.
21. Do not give or receive bribes, as it is an offense.
22. Do not repair your truck inside the terminal. If your truck is malfunctioning, call the HSE hotline or the tow truck. (Trouble booth – 08031230231, Security – 08039600812, HSE – 08039754385).
23. You must set your twist lock at the out gate before you exit the terminal.
24. Report all unsafe acts/condition for prompt intervention.
25. All accidents are preventable. We need to keep safety in mind when coming to APMT Terminals.