As part of its ongoing aim of raising the bar in construction logistics safety, O’Donovan Waste Disposal is unveiling brand new additions to its fleet at today’s Construction Logistics and Cyclist Safety (CLOCS) exhibition. The ground-breaking Mercedes Benz Econic 4x2 skip loader 1830L is the first vehicle of its kind to be commercially bought and put to work in the United Kingdom. Originally designed for municipal waste work, the vehicle has since been made available to the construction sector.
O’Donovan is leading way as the first company to hit London’s streets with the exclusive Econic, which delivers previously unseen safety features offering the driver an unparalleled view of vulnerable road users. The lorry has a wide field of vision with its deep panoramic windscreen, a fully glazed floor to ceiling ‘bus style’ nearside door and lowered driving position which puts the driver at eye level with both cyclists and pedestrians. The glazed door also provides direct visibility of the nearside blindspot, a particularly vulnerable position for cyclists.
In addition to the obvious safety benefits offered, O’Donovan has also had a range of additional CLOCS safety features fitted including, but not limited to: side scan system, side under run protection, left hand turn audible alarm and conspicuity markings.
As a CLOCS Champion, O’Donovan is revealing the new addition to its fleet at today’s CLOCS exhibition which is entitled ‘Looking to the future after three years’ of progress’. Taking place at ExCeL London, the exhibition will showcase brand new vehicles from leading manufacturers and give interested operators the opportunity to find out more about CLOCS requirements.
“The whole purpose of CLOCS is about resolute steps and cultural change to reduce the road danger posed by construction industry vehicles,” said Jacqueline O’Donovan, Managing Director, O’Donovan Waste Disposal. “As a progressive company known for bold decisions, we are keen to ensure we are making the best choices to help further protect vulnerable road users. We continue to make significant ongoing investments in our fleet and drivers to ensure that we are in the best possible position to do this.”