Robert Dellow

(5) In terms of section 6 (1) (e): the following guidance is issued to those driving HGV vehicles with a curtain sided trailer: First, drivers are reminded that it is their responsibility to ensure that the driving conditions make it is safe to drive, both in respect of their own safety and that of other road users. Second, that the curtains of curtain sided trailers are unlikely to provide stability to an unloaded trailer. Third, that in the event of severe weather conditions, specifically in conditions of very high winds, unloaded trailers with curtain sidings should either not be driven until the severe conditions have lessened or, alternatively if absolutely necessary to drive to a place of safety, only to drive with the curtain sidings tied back.

Fourth, drivers are reminded that they are required to wear their safety belts at all times when driving.