As a driver, you’ve seen it all, and probably done most of it, too. Depending on the job, you might need to jump on a forklift to load or unload your trailer. Sometimes, you’ve got to depend on someone else to do the job. What matters most is that whoever is on that forklift understands[…]
A lot can happen out on the road from bad weather to bad drivers. You’ve got to be on your toes in order to stay safe and avoid an accident. Sometimes the safety hazard isn’t from what’s outside the truck, but what’s going on inside. In this edition of our Safety Meeting Series, we’ll discuss[…]
Every driver has had that moment when they thought they might be too tired to drive. What if being tired and fatigued was such a normal part of your day that you couldn’t tell the difference anymore? Exhaustion feels normal, and it affects your driving. The first question to answer is to find out what’s[…]
The CB radio – some drivers swear by them and never turn them off, others rarely turn them on, and still others might not even have one. If you’re old school enough to still listen to your CB radio, at least some of the time, you need to know when and if your CB could[…]
Hauling a 53 foot trailer out on the interstate, surrounded by hundreds of other drivers, is not the place for a driver to get distracted. Throw in icy roads or drivers who aren’t paying attention to the big rigs and you’ve got a recipe for disaster. One of the easiest ways to avoid an accident[…]
Sure, you know that you need to follow all of the HOS regulations, taking breaks when required, but that doesn’t mean you won’t get tired before your shift is over. When you start feeling drowsy, try a few of these tips to give you an extra boost of energy. Eat smaller, lighter meals. Not every[…]
When we think about driving in “hazardous conditions” we often think about bad thunderstorms or heavy snow. But what about wind? For large trucks, the wind can be as dangerous as the worst rain or snow storm. Why Wind Can Be Dangerous Semi-trucks and other large commercial trucks are more susceptible to tipping or having[…]
If you’ve been driving a truck for any amount of time, you’ve probably seen your share of crazy things people do on the road. From bad driving to outright aggression, drivers sometimes forget they have to share the road with everyone else. Road rage is something we’re all familiar with. Other drivers can make us[…]
The current safety rating system will be replaced with something much different, according to an announcement on January 15, 2016 from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The rule change comes on the heels of the release of the Final Rule for Electronic Logging Devices. The next changes will replace the current three-tier federal[…]
Not all accidents are created equal. While that may seem obvious, it may be more complicated than you think. While every accident can impact your bottom line, DOT recordable accidents can have a major impact on your business. Here’s why. What is a DOT Recordable Accident? Carriers are required to keep records of an accident[…]
Getting behind the wheel of a commercial truck can be daunting, no matter how well you did in training. It’s easy to make mistakes that more seasoned drivers won’t. Of course, if the veterans aren’t careful, they can make rookie mistakes, too. In order to be as safe as possible on the road, and to[…]
The fact that commercial trucks get into accidents out on the highways, back roads, and other roadways across the United States is no surprise. The actual numbers, however, may shock you. In 2013 alone, there were 3,900 fatal crashes involving commercial trucks, 73,000 crashes with injuries but no fatalities, and 265,000 accidents that involved only[…]
