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'One-person' beer deliveries opposed by Unite as 'unsafe'
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THE BIGGEST TRANSPORT trade union wants brewers to stop introducing 'one-person' deliveries of beer because it says they're dangerous for the drivers.
Unite argues that the pressure to deliver more beer with fewer workers is increasing the risk of drivers having accidents while delivering barrels.
Brian Revell, LJnite's national organiser, says that those making the deliveries traditionally known as draymen have one of the most dangerous jobs in the food and drinks industry.
At a meeting of senior shop stewards from Unite in Eastbourne last week, he outlined a six-point plan of action.
The points were: • Oppose a further expansion of 'one-person deliveries.
• Recognise the dangers of the job and work towards their elimination. • Prevent the stacking of barrels of more than 11 gallons on the backs of vehicles.
• End the removal of partially empty kegs from cellars the beer must be drained off.
• Work towards the introduction of medical checks for all beer distribution workers.
• Ensure that induction is based on a minimum of four weeks' training.