Don’t get in the back on the job! Easiest way to get chucked off site. Just watch the drivers in front if you and do as they do.
Ask the banksman where to clean off if unsure. Usually its at the end of the rip. It will be fine to climb in the buck to clean out, otherwise you might have a large lump of black go hard against the headboard which you wont get off when set! Just jump in with a shovel, loosen all the black then give it a full tip to clear it all.
Have a scraper (DIY sort) to help clean around the tailboard and have a good clean around especially around the locking pins.
If unsure where you are going or what works entrance to use ask on the weighbridge they sometimes know or failing that ask one of the other drivers quing to be loaded. Oh and has been said dont forget to lift up the mudflaps!
Keep an eye on how the material is being loaded when using overhead conveyors. If you have a deep body you get it all on the back/front and if the body’s shallow you could have it spilling off the sides.
If you’re loading aggregate from a stockpile (ie a loading shovel will load);
1: If the heaps aren’t signposted then write the material (eg Type 1 or 4-20mm) on a piece of card or paper and display it so the shovel driver can see it.
2: If you only need a part load, tell the shovel driver the amount incase weighbridge haven’t told him.
3: Don’t back up tight to the stockpile as it makes it hard for the shovel to square up to you (and load evenly).
4: Make sure you are parked at the right stockpile. Concrete plant batchers aren’t happy to receive type 1 in their plants…
5: Never get into the body anywhere near a stockpile. I’ve almost buried a driver who got in to clear some stuck material (I didn’t see him as he was driving a semi bulker).
6: Take a book with you when on asphalt (unless you can sleep easily or enjoy watching resurfacing take place).
Basilbrush:
We only use water bars on our tar plants these days, the use of diesel was stopped some while ago. Some plants allow the use of a limited amount of bit grit or hard stone dust which you throw lightly over the floor of the body. Otherwise a bucket of water thrown in just prior to going under the plant will help. Dirty water always seems to work better in my opinion.In addition, if this will be your first time tipping on a paver, my advice to you is simple. Make certain the gang know it’s your first time & don’t be afraid to drop the body and pull off the machine if you have any doubts.
You’ll soon pick it up but some gangs do nothing but shout and ball, don’t take any notice of this and if you’re not sure give several tips into the machine rather than risk running off and putting the load on the floor. You’ll soon pick it up & know when you’re ready to let the machine push you. Watch the lorries in front of you in the line & when it’s your turn, turn the radio off and concentrate on the situation in hand.BB
I’ve got wise to this. dont happen much now, but as soon as the spotty faced trainee that’s giving it a bit of bravado in front of his mates starts yarking on banksman duty.
I just lob on the hand brake, leave the unit in mid tip and have a wander.
No high voices, no aggression ect, I just say “this job is easy money for all of us right now fella. Do you want me to roll off your pather or not?. It don’t bother me too much as I have delivered and can apologise.”
Easy money there after.
A good little night with no issues at all.
Got loaded at the quarry and got it down on the paver without spilling a single drop. The guy we were out with that worked for the company said I done it like I had years of experience which was good to hear.
Everyone was very patient and helpful which was a nice change!
Well done mate, its always a relief to get the first one done.
Just dont get over confident for next time, tar and tippers have a funny way of biting you back 
Remember to put your mud flaps down after dropping your load.