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...
by K. Avey | Sep 26, 2024 | Safety
Importance of Mirrors Mirrors in semi-trucks are like windows into different parts of the road. Without the proper setup, they can create an optical illusion or spots that may hide critical information if one mirror is out of position. This section lays out the...
by K. Avey | Aug 26, 2024 | Safety
Aggressive driving and its consequences Any unsafe driving performed deliberately and with ill intention or disregard for safety. Examples: Speeding in heavy traffic Tailgating Weaving in and out of traffic Changing lanes unnecessarily and without signaling Blocking...
by K. Avey | Aug 26, 2024 | Safety
Be Alert. Know everything going on around you. Always look well ahead down the road and around your rig. When rolling down the highway, especially in heavy traffic, always plan an ‘escape route’. Be aware of who’s in front of you, beside and behind you at all times....
