Postal
Motorcycle separate bundle delivery
(17 February, 2010) Australia Post has advised the CEPU of its intention to commence a national evaluation of motorcycle Separate Bundle Delivery (SBD).
The evaluation will commence on Monday 22 February 2010 starting in Queensland with NSW and Victoria to follow. State Delivery Managers are expected to commence consultation with State CEPU Branches from next week.
The union does not support SBD because it is unsafe. The job of a motorcycle postie is dangerous enough as it is.
The incidence of motorcycle- related crashes and injuries is increasing. There has been no study on the increased risk of crashes and injuries from trying to sort mail whilst on a motorcycle.
Even the findings of the MUARC study and its recommendations on how to improve motorcycle safety have still not been acted upon or conveyed to the union.
Furthermore, no ergonomic study has been conducted on the musculoskeletal risks of SBD.
The creation of a single bundle before the mail leaves the office should be the preferred work method for motorcycle posties.
Employees participating in trials should indicate a clear preference for delivering one bundle.
For more information, contact the CEPU via feedback@cepu.asn.au