Haulage & Distribution

Deliver safety at every stop. Transport, warehousing and loading demand robust controls. We help manage vehicle movements, manual handling and site safety to keep people and goods moving.

How We Help

Every minute matters on the road. We help cut collisions and claims, keep operator licence standards tight across depots and routes, and make responsibilities crystal clear from office to cab. You get safer drivers, tidy records and fewer surprises at audit.

  • Fleet risk reviews: collision analysis, driver assessments and coaching with clear action plans.
  • Driver and manager training: OLAT (Operator Licence Awareness Training), Driver CPC (Driver Certificate of Professional Competence) and Transport Manager CPC or refresher.
  • Health and safety: policies, safe systems of work and inspections for depots and warehouses.
  • Fire and environmental: proportionate controls and checks that fit busy operations.
  • Business Continuity Planning: focus on critical routes, people and suppliers to keep services running.
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Forklift operator loading pallets onto an HGV trailer.
Stacked shipping containers in a freight yard.

Who We Work With

You won’t get generic advice from us. We work with haulage and logistics operators, understand fleet, driver and depot risks, and bring clarity where it counts. If your operation isn’t listed below, we can still help.

  • Road haulage and transport operators
  • Third-party logistics (3PL) and pallet networks
  • Distribution centres, cross-dock and fulfilment sites
  • Transport yards, hubs and regional depots
  • Courier and last-mile delivery fleets
  • Freight forwarding and multimodal operations
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Worker in PPE inspecting goods and pallets inside a warehouse.
Worker driving a forklift carrying pallets in an industrial yard.
HGV driver wearing a safety vest reviewing delivery paperwork beside a lorry.

FAQs

Common Questions, Clear Answers

Short answers to the questions we hear most about Haulage & Distribution. For tailored advice, speak to our team.

Driver fatigue, load security, collisions, slips and trips, and exposure to noise and vibration. Focused assessments and training lower incident rates.

Driver assessments, OLAT and CPC training, monitoring and audits improve safety performance and insurer defensibility.

Driver CPC, Transport Manager CPC or refresher, OLAT and role-specific safety training. We deliver accredited and bespoke programmes.

A single system gives managers live oversight of audits, actions and training. Clients use xCenta to centralise records and reporting.

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Consultancy Services

Expertise for Haulage & Distribution Challenges

From audits to project management, our consultancy services transform compliance challenges into practical, positive outcomes.

Asbestos Management

Identify, assess and control asbestos risks with expert surveys and plans.

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Business Continuity Planning (BCP)

Build a Business Continuity Plan to prepare for disruption and recovery.

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CDM Advisor

Navigate CDM regulations with expert consultancy and ongoing support.

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DSEAR Compliance

Control fire and explosion risks under the Dangerous Substances law.

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Environmental Management

Meet legal duties and improve sustainability with expert guidance.

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Fire Risk Management

Assess and reduce fire risks with tailored strategies and audits.

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Health & Safety Risk Management

Meet legal duties with expert support across your workplace operations.

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HR Solutions

Stay compliant with expert HR advice, policies and documentation.

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Quality Assurance (QA) Management

Achieve and maintain ISO or QA standards with guided implementation.

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Latest case studies

Results You Can Rely On

Our case studies show how we’ve helped organisations across industries meet legal duties, overcome compliance challenges and create safer ways of working.

  • Steetley Corner Group

    A diverse engineering group. We provide long-standing insurance, risk management and HR consultancy support to help them manage complex, evolving...

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  • The Scalpel building in London’s Square Mile, seen from upper level

    The Scalpel

    A landmark City of London skyscraper. We supported CDM compliance across 39 floors in a dense city centre environment, managing...

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  • Tower Bridge

    One of London’s most famous landmarks. We managed CDM advice and risk coordination during critical overnight maintenance closures to keep...

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Training Spotlight

Courses You May Be Interested in

We are a trusted provider of accredited and bespoke Health & Safety training. Our flexible training options include in-person and online eLearning courses for the Haulage & Distribution industry.

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Nothing has ever been too much trouble for Matt Todd and the team at PIB Risk Management. Their professionalism, flexibility, and dedication to helping our workforce succeed have been second to none.


Training Manager
Getjar (Masterson Holdings Group)

PIB have gone above and beyond. Their tailored support, from risk assessments to training, fits seamlessly into our operations. We are not just compliant but genuinely safer, with a strong culture of wellbeing.


Regional H&S Coordinator
Perrys Motor Sales

PIB have supported our training across the Southwest, adapting to our needs with practical advice and national reach. Matt has helped us navigate CITB schemes and funding while giving us full control of our plans.

Paul Newman
Contracts Manager
CJL Construction

PIB made our NVQ enrolments simple and well organised. Communication has been excellent, and our assessors have been great throughout. A big thank you to Matt for making the process smooth and stress free.

Beth Swainston​​​​
​Training Manager
​Esh Group

Working with PIB has been invaluable. Their NVQ and on-site training support has helped upskill our teams, improve competency, and build confidence. The trainers are knowledgeable, flexible, and aligned to real site needs.


Duffy Construction Ltd

PIB’s CDM eLearning has helped our leadership team deliver consistent health and safety education across staff and partners. I’d highly recommend them to support your business.


Head of Estate & Facilities
NHS Foundation Trust

Why choose us

Your Risk Journey Starts Here

Clients choose us for our sector expertise, hands-on support and clear, practical advice that helps them stay compliant and protect their people.

  • Clarity From Day One

    Receive expert advice early, so you can make confident, informed decisions.

  • Designed To Scale

    Our flexible support fits your organisation, whether you’re starting small or managing national operations.

  • Built For Your Journey

    We support you from initial assessments through to ongoing compliance and improvement.

  • Industry Specific Expertise

    Our consultants live and breathe your industry and provide practical, tailored solutions.

  • Backed By PIB Group

    Gain access to wider insurance, benefits and risk expertise through our group network.

  • Solutions That Guide You

    xCenta and CyberPrepare guide you through managing compliance and digital risk as your organisation grows.

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Latest News & Insights

News You Can Act On

From regulation changes to risk reduction strategies, we share updates that help you protect people and projects.

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Your project could be our next success story

We’ve helped deliver safer, more compliant outcomes across iconic landmarks, public infrastructure, and complex construction schemes.

If you’re planning your next project, we’d love to help you get it right from the start. See our case studies to learn more.

  • The Scalpel building in London’s Square Mile, seen from upper level
  • Redevelopment of Marble Arch House under scaffolding, London
    • The Scalpel building in London’s Square Mile, seen from upper level
    • Redevelopment of Marble Arch House under scaffolding, London
      • Redevelopment of Marble Arch House under scaffolding, London
      • Exterior of the Old Bailey court building under a clear blue sky
      • New residential block at Wornington Green regeneration project in North Kensington
      • Canada Water regeneration development with high-rise residential towers
        • Redevelopment of Marble Arch House under scaffolding, London
        • Exterior of the Old Bailey court building under a clear blue sky
        • New residential block at Wornington Green regeneration project in North Kensington
        • Canada Water regeneration development with high-rise residential towers