The Coronavirus lockdown has created a high risk environment with increased likelihood of legal action against Directors and officers relating to breaches of Health and Safety regulations and employment law.
Government guidelines regarding non-essential travel in the COVID-19 pandemic have meant that businesses which use commercial vehicles may need to ‘lay up’ their vehicles.
Laying up helps preserve a fleet while the vehicles aren’t being driven for an extended period. This technique also helps ensure that vehicles can smoothly transition back to normal road use when needed.
The following best practice provides guidance on laying up commercial vehicles, and on how to safely get them back on the road after the lay-up period.
As the COVID-19 pandemic changes the way businesses in the UK function, this practical guide provides advice for SMEs on how to best manage the crisis.