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Avoiding Trip Injuries Around the Truck
RECOGNIZE THE HAZARDS Environment/Equipment Fuel hoses Pallets Trailer straps Loading ...
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Ask the Safety Rep: Drug Testing For Motor Carriers Who Lease Drivers
What is the new drug and alcohol testing rule for motor carriers who lease drivers from a ...
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How to Calculate Proper Following Distance Part 2
KNOW THE DEFENSE At 65 mph, a fully-loaded tractor-trailer requires a minimum of 665 feet ...
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How to Calculate Proper Following Distance Part 1
Recognize the Hazards A key factor in rear-end crashes is improper following distance. In ...
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Leadership's Role In Addressing Driver Distractions
Distractions, both inside the cab and out, are competing for the driver’s attention ...
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2017 CVSA International Roadcheck Dates Announced
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will hold its 30th annual International ...
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Avoiding Trip Injuries Around The Shop And Warehouse
Recognize the Hazards Environment/Equipment Wet or slick surfaces Uneven surfaces and ...
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Be Proactive by Targeting Critical Crashes
When it comes to losses, a motor carrier that operates in a reactive mode is putting ...
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Ask A Safety Rep: Can Some Be Exempt from Using ELDs?
I have heard that some may be exempt from using electronic logging devices (ELDs). Is ...
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Keep Focused On Winter Weather Hazards
There are four types of loss exposures that every motor carrier must address, especially ...
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Nine Ways to Fight Fatigue out on the Open Road
Fatigue behind the wheel is a real danger. It can be a killer and happen anytime, ...
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Check Tire Pressure
One of the most neglected aspects of a pre-trip inspection is the air pressure in the ...
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