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Van industry set to launch code of conduct

Date: 19 April 2010

The van industry looks set to launch a code of conduct which will set the standard for future working practices.

The Freight Transport Association is hoping to establish "a comprehensive and realistic code" after receiving backing from van makers including Mercedes, Ford and Nissan.

The Van Excellence Code, which has been developed by the van industry for the van industry, looks to share and formalise working practices that are already used by leading companies in the sector.

Its aim is to provide mandatory and audited parameters for all aspects of van operations including areas such as driver behaviour, vehicle safety/maintenance and risk-assessed operating methods.

Signatories to the code will follow tried and tested operating procedures to improve safety levels, reduce environmental impact and promote professionalism.

Richard White, FTA's van project leader, said: "Businesses and consumers rely heavily on the van industry, which already boasts many shining examples of well-honed and proven van working practices. Using that knowledge and having formalised an agreed code of conduct, it is now a question of getting accord from all van operators, large and small."

He added: "As an industry we have the knowledge, the will to improve and the belief in self-regulation that is needed to make the Van Excellence Code work and it will provide those inside and outside the sector with a clear set of standards by which they should expect all vans to be operated. By seizing this initiative the sector can help to forge a greener, safer and more professional future."

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