The FORS Standard version 7.1

Requirement

To monitor and manage fuel consumption and emissions and commit to reduce negative environmental impacts.

Purpose

To understand operational performance levels and the impacts on the environment.

Demonstration

FORS Operators shall have a policy and supporting procedures in place to monitor fuel consumption and environmental impact.

The policy and procedures shall outline the organisation’s commitment to environmental performance, name the Fuel and Emissions Champion and describe how:

• Environmental regulations and standards are complied with
• The vehicles and fuel type selected are suitable for the tasks to be undertaken
• Fuel usage data is collected and monitored by VRM, including AdBlue where relevant and the diesel to AdBlue ratio
• Fuel spillages are minimised and managed
• Engine-idling is minimised to reduce fuel waste and unnecessary emissions, and eliminated in accordance with relevant regulations
• Basic due diligence is conducted to ensure that any low carbon fuels used are reputably sourced (such as through an assurance scheme)

FORS Operators should calculate well-to-wheel fleet emissions annually, making use of the FORS Emissions Calculator or a FORS Approved alternative.