by K. Avey | Dec 19, 2024 | Safety
CMV Driving Tips – Following Too Closely Following too closely may be defined as, “situations in which one vehicle is following another vehicle so closely that even if the following driver is attentive to the actions of the vehicle ahead, he/she could not avoid...
by K. Avey | Dec 19, 2024 | Safety
Tractor parking, the yard, and truck stops can be dangerous places at any time of the year. When you throw winter weather into the mix, the risk can get even worse. Snow, ice, sleet, mud, and rain reduce traction. Increase visibility Keep vehicle windows clear and...
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...
