March 7, 2019
AgencyMarch is National Ladder Safety Month
Every year more than 100 workers are fatally injured in ladder-related accidents with thousands more suffering from disabling injuries. Remember whether you are at work or at home, keeping safety at the top of your list can help avoid serious injuries. In recognition of National Ladder Safety Month, here are some tips for safer […]
February 27, 2019
AgencyThe Top 10 Worst Traffic Bottlenecks for Truck Drivers in the U.S.
Nobody likes congestion on the roads. But for Commercial truck drivers, knowing how, when, and where to drive in order to avoid traffic can make a huge difference. Every year, the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) publishes a list of the most congested highways in the U.S. for freight. According to the ATRI, the […]
January 8, 2019
AgencyCould You be Out of Service Due to a Light?
Did you know that Commercial Vehicle lights are very important? However, there is one light, in particular, that if it’s burned out or not functioning properly it will put you Out of Service. It’s the rear most turn signal in a trailer or truck. There is no other light, if burned out, on the Commercial Vehicle that will […]
January 1, 2019
AgencyEveryday Heroes Truck Press Conference
Join us in debuting the 2019 Everyday Heroes Truck, built on behalf of Truckers Against Trafficking, and take a tour of TAT’s Freedom Drivers Project. It’s a mobile museum educating audiences about the realities of human trafficking and how the American trucking industry is combating this crime. DATE: January 15, 2019 TIME: 10:00 AM […]
December 25, 2018
AgencyTip #4: Drive Slowly with a Loaded Trailer
Be more cautious with a loaded trailer. Loaded trailers have a higher center of gravity and sudden speed adjustments may cause the load to shift, leading to skidding or a rollover. Did you know? Large trucks with fully loaded trailers are 10 times more likely to roll over than those with empty trailers. Loaded […]
December 18, 2018
AgencyTip #3: Reduce your Speed before entering an Exit/Entrance Ramp
Approach an exit/entrance ramp at a safe speed. Truck rollovers are more likely to occur on exit/entrance ramps when the driver misjudges the sharpness of the ramp curve and enters the curve at an excessive speed. Did you know? The posted speed limit on an exit/entrance ramp show the safe speed for a passenger […]
December 11, 2018
AgencyTip #2: Enter a Curve Slowly
Speed limits posted on curve warning signs are intended for passenger vehicles, not large trucks. Large trucks should reduce their speed even further. Studies have shown that large trucks entering a curve, even at the posted speed limit, have lost control and rolled over due to their high center of gravity. Did you know? […]
December 4, 2018
AgencyTip #1: Reduce Your Driving Speed in Bad Weather Conditions
Adjust your speed to safely match weather conditions, road conditions, visibility, and traffic. Driving too fast is a major cause of fatal crashes, and higher speeds may cause more sever crashes. The Fatality Analysis Reporting System recently reported that 25% of speeding related large truck fatalities occurred during adverse weather conditions. Did you know? […]
November 27, 2018
AgencyCMV Driving Tips – Too Fast for Conditions
Driving too fast for conditions is defined as traveling at a speed that is greater than a reasonable standard for safe driving. Examples of conditions where drivers may find themselves driving too fast include: wet roads due to rain, snow, or ice, reduced visibility due to fog, uneven roads, construction zones, curves, intersections, gravel roads, […]
November 20, 2018
AgencyCommercial Truck Driver Tips for Driving in the Snow
Whether you’re just out of truck driver school or a seasoned veteran on the roads, winter weather can make operating your rig a tricky proposition. Here are winter driving safety tips for commercial driver’s to make rational decisions and be safe out on the roads this winter. Prepare for the Worst: Even though […]