Codes of Practice
CoP - Codes of Practice
Over the years, CHEM has published seven Codes of Practice (CoP) to guide the safe operation of waste collection and transportation vehicles, as well as the design of clinical waste containers.
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Please note: Many of these documents are out of date and are provided for reference only. They should not be used for training purposes.
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Currently Reviewed and Updated
These Codes of Practice have recently undergone review. If you have any questions or feedback, please contact us by email: secretary@chemuk.org
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CoP2 – The Safe Operation of Skip Vehicles
Download CoP2 available soon
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CoP4 – The Safe Operation of Ground Level Demountable Body Systems (Hook Type)
Download CoP4 available soon
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Under Review
These documents are currently under review by CHEM members. Their future will depend on whether modern operator manuals sufficiently cover the required information. If retained, updates will take time.
These documents are not suitable for operator training and are provided for reference only:
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CoP1 – The Safe Operation of Rear End Loaders and Refuse Collection Vehicles
Download CoP1
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CoP6 – The Safe Operation of Front End Loaders
Download CoP6
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Superseded by Manufacturer Manuals
The following CoPs are largely outdated, as equipment manufacturers now provide comprehensive operator manuals. These documents are available for historical/reference purposes only:
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CoP3 – The Safe Operation of Compactors and Bin Lifting Loaders
Download CoP3
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CoP7 – The Safe Operation of Ejected Trailers and Bulk Transfer Vehicles​
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No Longer Maintained
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CoP5 – Design Considerations in the Construction of Bulk Storage Clinical Waste Containers
Originally developed for bin manufacturers during the early stages of clinical waste collection. The document has not been updated, and its relevance has diminished over time. Provided here for reference only.​
