Nine Safety Tips for Truck Drivers

Nine Safety Tips for Truck Drivers:

1. Get enough rest. If you feel drowsy, pull over and take a nap. Don’t risk driving while sleepy.

2. Slow down in work zones. Lanes are often moved or redirected during construction; adjust your speed so you can follow the provided signage without endangering yourself, other drivers, or the workers.

3. Be aware of your blind spots. Small cars can be easily missed. Signal your intention to change lanes or turn well in advance, so that cars have enough opportunity to get out of your blind spot. You might also invest in extra side mirrors to improve visibility.

4. Maintain a safe distance from the cars in front of you. It will take you much longer to stop than an average car.

5. Regularly check your brakes. There isn’t always a convenient runaway truck ramp nearby to catch you if your brakes go bad.

6. Follow suggested speed limits.

7. Avoid aggressive drivers. This will help you fulfill tip #6. Don’t get caught up in road rage scenarios; antagonizing aggressive drivers will only escalate the situation.

8. Always, always, always wear your seat belt.

9. Beware of the effects of prescription and OTC drugs; many medications make you drowsy.