by K. Avey | Jan 4, 2024 | Safety
Proper Posture It may not look like a big deal, but how you make the connections matters. Awkward reaching holds and motions with added force can cause injuries to your muscles, tendons, and joints. Good posture, careful movements, and strong full-fisted holds on...
by K. Avey | Jan 4, 2024 | Safety
Remember your pre-trip! Keep tires properly inflated. Check air pressure often and perform checks when tires are cold. Your tires should be at 95 PSI on the steer tires and 100 PSI on the drive tires. Wipers and washer fluid Modern wipers typically last 6-12 months....
by K. Avey | Jan 4, 2024 | Safety
Wyoming High Winds, and what you should know! In an effort to reduce blowovers, fatalities, and road closures, vehicles are now restricted based on actual weight in times of high wind. Signage will list specific weight restrictions and closures, and a second scrolling...
by K. Avey | Jan 4, 2024 | Safety
Adverse Weather: Snow/Slush Driving safely in snow/slush is boosted by: • Maintaining a safe following distance (at least four seconds) • Lowering speed to match road conditions • Watching for black ice • Accelerating and braking slowly • Avoiding sudden moves •...
by K. Avey | Nov 16, 2023 | Safety
A truck traveling 65 mph in ideal weather takes 525 feet to react, brake, and stop. In ideal weather: Maintain a 4-second following distance. In less-than-ideal weather: Add 1 second for each weather variable (rain, snow, ice). If a vehicle cuts you off: Stay calm;...
