LONE WORKING IN haulage & distribution

Drivers are a common target for criminals

Assaults, theft and hijacking are frequently reported in the road haulage industry.

In fact, road freight crime is a common problem and costs the UK economy at least £250 million annually.

Freight crime causes huge economic loss and disruption to the haulage industry and its drivers. It’s a very real and life-threatening problem.

Lorries and their trailer loads are often very valuable

Criminals know this and so will seek to target vulnerable vehicles and loads. In the past year, there have been 1,400 reported incidents of theft of road freight vehicles and engineering plant and 2,700 reported incidents of theft from LGV’s.

With employers having to meet more and more stringent legislation on protecting their staff, failure to supply adequate means of protection, regardless of where they are or when, can lead to crippling fines, ruined reputations and even jail sentences for owners and directors.