Guidance

LongerUsing semi-trailerand (LST)operating implementationlonger guide for operatorssemi-trailers

Helping current or potential new operators safely use longer-semi trailers.

From:
Department for Transport
Published
30 May 2023
Last updated
14 November 2023 — See all updates

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Using and implementing longer-semi trailers

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LST semi-trailers:route Fullplan: implementationexample guidetemplate for operators

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LST risk assessment: example template for operators

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LST diversion route checklist: example template for operators

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Guidance to help operators get the most out of longer semi-trailers (LSTs), and ensure that they are operated safely.

LSTs are being brought into general use after an extensive trial, public consultation and regulatory changes. As a new vehicle type, LSTs arehave subjectspecific regulations to specificabide regulations.by.

All operators of LSTs should read the Road Vehicles (Authorisation of Special Types) (General) (Amendment) Order 20232003 guide,guide which– is the legal instrument that governs the use of LSTs.

Published 30 May 2023
Last updated 14 November 2023 + show all updates

  1. Updated guidance to reflect industry feedback. LST route plan, risk assessment and diversion route checklist example templates added.

  2. First published.