No. 714/2016
6 December 2016
Our Ref: C1/16
Royal Mail Delivery Torch - Temporary Replacement Model to Meet Increased
Demand over Christmas Period to Cover Evening Deliveries etc.: (SABER 8 LED
Pocket Inspection Lamp)
To: All Branches
Dear Colleagues,
LTB 674/16 announced that as part of the Christmas arrangements, agreement had been
reached between the Postal Department and Royal Mail on the subject of evening Parcel
Deliveries with the 2016/17 agreement mirroring that of last year in relation to Parcel
Deliveries.
As a result of the agreement to perform evening deliveries in the run up to Christmas, there
has been a huge increase in demand for torches which Royal Mail Assets have been struggling
to keep up with and as a result, the Business has now run out and completely exhausted all
stock. The suppliers of the current normal torch are not able to replenish Royal Mail stock
quick enough with the next delivery batch not due to arrive in the Country until the end of
January 2017.
As a short term emergency measure, a temporary alternative Torch has been identified with a
UK supplier being able to supply the numbers required in the run up to Christmas, with a
return to the standard Torch model at the end of January 2017.
SABER 8 LED Pocket Inspection Lamp – description:
The Torch that will be supplied from imminently until the end of January 2017 will be
manufactured by ‘SABER’ and is their 8 LED Pocket Lamp which is no bigger than a large
pen and has both a pocket clip and also contains a magnet, making it easy to place the light
while leaving the hands free. It has eight LEDs which give a bright 120 Lumens of Light, broad
beam that’s powerful enough to use on Royal Mail outdoor duties, illuminating delivery items,
for address reading etc and from a safety perspective, can be used to light the way for
walking. It takes 3 AAA Batteries for 7 Hours Continuous Lighting, Magnetic pocket clip offering
flexible positioning for ease of use with a durable On/Off Switch.
Product Information - SABER 8 LED Pocket Inspection Lamp
 Brand - SABER
 Model - 144621
 Item Weight 82 g
 Product Dimensions 64.6 x 8.7 x 7.9 cm
 Manufacturer Part Number & Item model number 144621
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Provides 7 hours operating time
Features 8 x LED for wide light output
Swivel pocket clip & magnet for hands free use
Light weight for easy transportation
Includes 3 x AAA batteries
Attached please find images of the SABER 8 LED Pocket Inspection LED Pocket Lamp
In respect of any supply issues, Managers should contact Shaun Buttress National Materials
Handling Equipment Manager:- Mobile: 07843 369574 Email: [email protected]
Yours sincerely
Dave Joyce
National Health, Safety & Environment Officer