Toolbox Talk 2015
Journey Management
Journey Management
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What is journey management?
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When should we consider using journey
management?
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Isn’t journey management complicated?
Is this trip worth your life … or someone else’s?
Journey Management In Action
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Pre trip
What are things we need to consider to prepare for a
successful journey?
▫ Driver
▫ Route
▫ Weather
▫ Traffic
▫ Vehicle
▫ Game plan
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Journey manager
Communications
Convoy
Dozers / chains
Emergency plans
Meeting point(s)
Fuel / food / rest points
Review rules and
procedures
▫ Other
Journey Management In Action
• En route
What do we need to consider while driving?
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Seatbelts – all persons, all the time
No cell phones, etc.
Manage alertness and fatigue
Be vigilant / adjust to conditions
Drive to avoid crashes, damage and delays
Maintain planned communications / convoy procedures
Check loads and other vehicle conditions
Journey Management In Action
• Post trip
What do we need to consider at the end of a trip?
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Park safely and securely
Notify journey manager upon arrival
Secure load as appropriate
Inspect vehicle and initiate repairs
Communicate road / weather conditions to other drivers
Plan for adequate quality rest prior to next trip
Conclusion
• A successful journey management is one with no delays,
damage or injuries
• Successful journeys come from proper planning and
execution
• Journey management is actually quite easy if you’re willing
to take the time
Driving is the leading cause of fatalities in our industry.
Your family and friends are waiting for you.