Lockton Health and Safety Manual

What is Driving on Company Business  This is any journey undertaken by an individual where they are in  control of the road going vehicle, whether a car, van or motor bike  and where the journey can be attributed to the persons  employment. It does not cover driving to and from work on the  regular commute between the office and home. It does apply where  someone, even as a favour, may be delivering papers or a package on  behalf of Lockton on the way to or from home.  Prerequisites of Driving on Business    If in any doubt the associate should not drive and should seek  alternative transport arrangements to complete the journey.  All associates driving whilst on business must:   Hold a valid UK or International driving license that entitles  then to drive the vehicle on UK or Irish roads. The license must  not be suspended or invalidated or expired during any period  of the journey being undertaken.   Check the vehicle they are driving and be satisfied that the  vehicle is in good condition and roadworthy and capable of  completion of the journey and complies with the various laws  which apply to the condition and use of that vehicle.   Drive in accordance with the Highway Code and comply with all  applicable laws.   Not consume alcohol during any period of the journey or  commence the journey in a condition where the residual  alcohol from previous drinks may exceed the limits set in law or  if the individual feels that their driving may be impaired in any  way by previous alcoholic drinks.

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