We would like to take a moment to address COVID 19 and how it affects our customers and staff. We have been watching in earnest, daily developments and are implementing plans and protocols to keep our customers and staff safe.
Please be patient with these changes and stay tuned for updates.
Falls Leading To Injury
Falls from height are a leading cause of driver injuries. Most fall incidents occur when the Driver:
• Exits or enters the cab
• While conducting trip inspections, maintenance or repairs
• Cargo securement or unloading cargo
Falls from the cab steps, freight trailers and flatbed decks, increase when work surfaces are wet or covered with snow, ice, mud, or grease.
Ensure you wear proper safety footwear with good support and slip-resistant soles. If you are unfamiliar with the unit you have been assigned, take the time to look for the placement of handholds, steps and handrails.
3 Point Contact at all times entering or exiting the cab is the rule of thumb.
Light Your Way
Headlamp technology has grown and is an important part of a commercial driver’s safety!! Drivers depend on their headlights for illumination of the path ahead, often in adverse weather conditions, so it should be considered a tool of the trade.
Using the right tool for the job is key.
Incandescent versus LED?
Either way, a clean headlight will improve the range of your sight. Also, travelling at a speed that allows you to stop easily within the distance your headlights illuminate. Overdriving your headlights results in reduced reaction time to hazards or obstructions in your path.
