Police check up on truck drivers

THREE truck drivers in Shetland were issued with “instant prohibition notices” during a day long safety campaign in which 15 heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) were checked at the Brig o’ Fitch, yesterday (Monday).

Seven more drivers were given penalties, warnings and advice, including:

• Two fixed penalties due to the condition of the vehicles they were driving;
• One driver was warned due to an insecure load;
• Two HGV drivers were issued with delayed prohibition on the use of their vehicles;
• Two drivers were given advisory notes.

The checks were carried out by police officers and staff from the Vehicle & Operator Services Agency (VOSA).

A police spokesman said: “Police would like to remind all HGV drivers and operators of their roles and responsibilities in maintaining their vehicles and the importance of carrying out basic checks prior to commencing any journey.

“This is an ongoing initiative between Northern Constabulary and VOSA who are committed in keeping the roads of Shetland safe.”