The Standard magazine News
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Published November 2018New training requirements under FORS Standard version 5
The new FORS Standard version 5, which is available to download now, includes new mandatory training requirements for both drivers and managers. Organisations with audit dates on and after 1…
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Published November 2018
Prevention of bridge strikes
According to Network Rail, there is an average of five bridge strike incidents every day. Data from Network Rail reveals that there are currently 1,800 incidents each year related to heav…
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Published June 2018
FORS freezes fees for third year
FORS freezes fees - There will be no increase to FORS membership subscription or audit fees in 2018. This announcement means it is the third year in succession that FORS members will enjoy a…
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Published June 2018
FORS – celebrating 10 years of best practice
10 years best practice, FORS has helped drive-up operating standards in the transport industry. Over 4,850 FORS members from across the transport sector, their customers, vulnerable road use…
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Published June 2018
Ultra Low Emission Zone update – A breath of fresh air
As part of his clean air action plan London’s Mayor Sadiq Khan is introducing a new Ultra- Low Emission Zone in the nation’s capital. Brian Weatherley looks at what it means for truck op…
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Published June 2018
FORS inspires school safety campaign
FORS is the inspiration behind a new school safety campaign from FORS Gold member Hutchinson Engineering Services, helping young children to Stay Safe and Be Seen. A transport manager at …
