Do Dumpers Need Thorough Examination?

The dumpers used must be carefully selected, maintained and operated by trained drivers. Key issues are: ... Training and competence. Inspection and maintenance.

Do dumpers need an MOT?

A Works Truck does not require an MOT, but its use will fall into the realms of PUWER.

How should dumpers be prevented from falling into an excavation?

Position stop blocks a safe distance from the edges of excavations, pits, spoil heaps etc to prevent dumpers falling during tipping. The stability of high-lift skip dumpers is greatly reduced when the skip is in the elevated position.