ESCORT DRIVERS
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• The escort must be familiar with the load and proposed route and ensure that the escort vehicle or vehicles are fit for purpose; • it is vital that the escort and the driver of the abnormal load liaise before the journey, either on the day or in advance; • before meeting up with the vehicles to be escorted, it is useful for the escort driver to understand the local road layout and how to exit the departure point; • the route can only be the one authorised by the relevant authorities and may have specific instructions associated with it – for example regarding timings or negotiation of particular structures; • a route plan should be agreed, including a timetable for the journey and detailing changeover or layup points and how specific route cautions will be complied with; • the start time should give consider peak-traffic levels and any local requirements; • the relevant police force should be contacted at least 30 minutes before departure, informing them that the journey is about to begin.