by K. Avey | Nov 7, 2024 | Safety
The first reason is simple. It is the law. As professional truck drivers, we are required to perform them. They aren’t fun, and standing in the blowing snow, scorching heat, or crawling under a trailer in a gravel/dirt lot in makes it downright unpleasant at...
by K. Avey | Nov 7, 2024 | Safety
Fixed object collisions – Examples Failing to notice – and hitting — an object in the road or on the side of the road. Unintentionally veering off the road on a foggy morning and colliding with a tree. Striking a traffic signal pole due to faulty brakes. Backing...
by K. Avey | Nov 7, 2024 | Safety
Railroad crossings are a special type of intersection: The train always has the right of way About 10 railroad crossing incidents involve trucks or tractor-trailers each week Source: FMCS Railroad intersections and commercial drivers Know the RR crossings on a route....
by K. Avey | Oct 11, 2024 | Safety
Wildlife awareness: Avoiding a collision According to Defenders of Wildlife, be alert when driving in wildlife areas: Take notice of and heed wildlife crossing signs Pay attention to and scan both sides of the road Avoid distracted driving Wear seatbelts Wildlife...
by K. Avey | Sep 26, 2024 | Safety
Drowsy driving: The driver is too tired to remain alert Drowsiness: Makes drivers less able to pay attention Slows reaction time Affects the ability to make good decisions Drowsy driving: Warning signs Yawning Can’t keep eyes open Nodding off; trouble keeping head up...
