Decision

Decision for Perretts Metal Recycling Ltd

Written decision of the Traffic Commissioner for the East of England for Perretts Metal Recycling Ltd

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The repute of the operator was tarnished, the licence was suspended between 18 and 27 March 2024 and the following undertakings were attached:

  • Maintenance planner will now be held on excel 12 months in advance this will also include tax, calibrations, annual test, and anything else related to this vehicle.

    • Defect reporting will be a main area of regular communication with drivers.

    • Defect reporting will now systematically be held within excel.

    • Bi weekly tyre check will be completed and records kept.

    • AdBlue will be tracked and monitored for emissions deficiency.

    • Each vehicle will be checked every 6 months for recalls and date checks kept on an excel spreadsheet.

    • All drivers will be required to sign a company policy and procedure pack.

    • All drivers will complete an inhouse driver assessment with a nominated responsible person.

    • All drivers will be required to complete a medical declaration form prior to driving.

    • Risk assessments will be completed with drivers.

    • Infringement policy will be implemented.

    • All maintenance paperwork/repairs/tyres will all be scanned and uploaded to a PC to enable effective filing and management if these documents.

    • All documentation for drivers and vehicles will be scanned and uploaded so these are readily available for anyone with in the business to locate swiftly if required.

Published 11 June 2024