Leadership's Role In Controlling Risk
A motor carrier’s leadership team plays a pivotal role in shaping company culture and defining...
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A motor carrier’s leadership team plays a pivotal role in shaping company culture and defining...
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Driver fatigue remains a significant concern in the trucking industry, posing risks to road safety...
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Over the past decade, onboard technologies have revolutionized the trucking industry. These...
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Vehicle accidents represent one of the most significant loss exposures facing motor carriers. Even...
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On April 8, a total eclipse will sweep across the United States in a stunning solar display,...
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An indispensable quality that separates extraordinary leaders from ordinary leaders is positive...
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For the past two years, Great West has...
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Walking and working surfaces pose an increased risk of serious injury if you are not careful. Wet...
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Each year, truck drivers are seriously injured or killed when involved in vehicle crashes. In some...
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Work-related injuries can cost a company its most important employees. For you, being injured on...
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Maintaining a proper following distance behind the vehicle ahead can be a challenge in traffic, but...
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Backing up a semi truck and hitting a stationary object is one of the most frequent causes of a...
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Technology inside the cab of the truck can be great for helping to simplify a driver’s job and make...
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Motor carriers are required to conduct an annual inquiry and review of a driver’s overall driving...
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Winter driving presents unique hazards that require truck drivers to adjust their driving style...
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The evolution of a motor carrier’s safety culture is a journey that involves transforming from mere...
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A maintenance shop is full of hazards that can lead to a serious injury or illness. Below...
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According to the Mayo Clinic, “A heart attack occurs when the flow of blood to the heart is...
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Safety initiatives can have a big impact on company performance if properly designed and...
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Talent development is one key to the success of a motor carrier’s overall risk management...
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No matter what time of year it is, there is no escaping the orange work zone barrels and...
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Starting on March 9, 2023, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rolled out...
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School zones are filled with hazards. Whether you are driving a commercial truck or company...
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The art of delegating responsibilities to others is a skill every manager and supervisor...
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Risk refers to the uncertainty that a financial loss may occur. Each day, motor carriers deal...
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According to the Society for Human Resources Management, “An employee assistance program (EAP)...
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If you grew up playing sports, you probably heard the phrase “there is no ‘I’ in team” a...
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Parking can be a challenge to find, and if a driver is not careful, it can create safety and...
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In the hustle and bustle of daily operations, it can be difficult to remind your operations...
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced proposed changes to the...
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It cannot be overstated: a motor carrier’s operations staff is essential to preventing vehicle...
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The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) International Roadcheck is scheduled for May...
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Working on and around dry van trailers can expose a driver to potential injuries, which could be...
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Flatbed trailers pose a significant number of hazards to drivers, and those hazards can lead to...
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Change is inevitable. Sometimes it is for the better and other times it may not be. However, how...
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Adapting to new technology has become the norm for motor carriers in recent years. From...
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Employee engagement is a hot topic these days due in large part to the so-called “Great...
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Roadside inspections create operational delays that may result in financial losses. Every time...
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Before pursuing new business opportunities, it is important for a motor carrier to evaluate...
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Coaching and mentoring are two different approaches to improving human performance. A mentor is...
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Spoilage and rejected loads are potential risks when hauling refrigerated loads. Various factors...
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There is an increased risk of jackknifes in winter due to icy roadways, but this type of...
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Question:How does the hours-of-service (HOS) exception work during adverse driving...
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Winter can bring frigid temperatures and slippery conditions around the truck. The key to...
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Working on and around a truck can expose a driver to potential injuries, which could be costly to...
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Planning your route in advance may seem burdensome at first, but in the long run may be worth it if...
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Road rage is a criminal offense that can result in jail time. Road rage occurs when one driver...
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As of May 8,...
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How do you cut your truck insurance rates as a motor carrier? While there is no specific formula to...
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From July 10-16, 2022, the Commercial Vehicle...
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Taking a holistic approach to safety focuses on three key elements of a motor carrier’s...
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It is no secret there is a driver shortage for motor carriers. Enticing candidates to enter...
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Professionalism in the workplace benefits you, your peers, and your employer. Exhibiting...
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Great West recently had the privilege of hosting two drivers from the American Trucking...
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Managing the space around the truck is challenging. From driving in congested traffic to...
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HOW CAN I MAKE MY SAFETY MEETINGS MORE EFFECTIVE?
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Pandemic or not, we live in a VUCA world. VUCA is an acronym that stands for volatile,...
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Railroad crossing incidents have steadily declined in the United States since the early...
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As diesel prices continue to rise, motor carriers are seeking ways to reduce their fuel expenses.
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Many trucking companies have a shop on the premises, where they repair trucks they own and provide...
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Every motor carrier’s management team understands the challenge of steering the organization in...
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Stress can manifest itself in many ways and negatively affect your mood, body, and behavior....
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One of the most frustrating situations in life is not being heard by others. Conversely,...
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Every company faces the challenge of employee turnover. In the transportation industry,...
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The transportation industry has seen a significant increase in technological advances over the...
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No motor carrier ever wants to be involved in a vehicle-related incident or be pulled into a...
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People often look at the price of insurance in one of two ways: It’s a lot of money for a product...
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Wearing protective footwear while working around the truck can help prevent injuries. From...
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Equipment and cargo thefts are constant risks for motor carriers. Thieves are always on the...
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One mistake any person in a leadership role can make is to ignore or fail to realize the...
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Successful motor carriers who are subject to federal safety regulations embrace compliance as...
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Air disc brakes (ADB) are now standard for many new trucks built after 2018 and can be ordered...
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Trusting an expensive piece of company equipment and the valuable cargo inside is an act that...
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People often look at the price of truck insurance in one of two ways: It’s a lot of money for a...
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Driving in the fall creates a new set of seasonal risks for drivers. From...
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Improper lifting is a common cause of serious back injuries and could potentially lead to a...
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When an equipment failure occurs or...
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Properly managing the truck’s speed requires skill and good judgment....
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Every truck driver has a pattern to the way he or she drives. These...
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Truck stops, rest areas, and parking lots are used by criminals to prey...
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One core mission of trucking industry professionals is to reduce crashes. In order to properly...
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Summer driving presents many challenging conditions for drivers....
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),...
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Self-motivation is that force within yourself that pushes you to keep...
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Distracted driving is any activity (including fatigue and illness) that diverts your attention away...
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Situational...
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When it comes to operating a trucking company, you often don’t know about gaps in your coverage...
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Complying with the Hours-of-Service (HOS)...
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Roadside inspections are a part of the trucking industry, but drivers can...
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Source: Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has set...
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With the advent of more and more technologies competing for our attention, it is becoming more...
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Distractions are a high-risk exposure that...
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Mistakes happen. As frustrating as that may...
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Slips, trips, and falls are one of the leading causes of workplace...
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Lane change crashes may be prevented if drivers recognize the hazards that...
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Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT) is an organization...
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A reminder that motor carriers' annual Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug and Alcohol...
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Loading docks are full of hazards that can lead to a serious injury or illness....
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‘Knights of the Road’ refers to a period when truck drivers had a knightly reputation for...
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A fire can be a devastating financial event for a trucking company or a driver. Modern trucks...
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Are your safety meetings effective? The traditional instructor-led approach involves one person...
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Being safety minded has its benefits for any employer. For motor carriers, however, it is crucial...
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Fuel is a major expense. Because it is a variable cost, meaning it can fluctuate...
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Contributed by John Graci, Graci Leadership Solutions, LLC
Being a leader means many things,...
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Motor carriers are not strangers to the challenges of leading a multi-generational workforce....
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At the time of this writing, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is still with us. Stay-at-home...
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Time management is an essential skill for any professional driver. Managing...
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It is no secret that the trucking industry as a whole struggles with driver turnover. On...
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Preventing large truck crashes has been and always will be a topic of discussion motor carriers...
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Interpersonal skills (aka soft skills) are character traits and behaviors we...
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Many “Share the Road” initiatives speak to the drivers of passenger vehicles and...
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Roundabouts can be dangerous for truck drivers, pedestrians, and the...
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Obesity and being overweight are two common health risks facing truck...
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Side-impact collisions between a semi-truck and train can result in devastating...
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Technology is quickly catching up to the trucking industry, and the FMCSA’s new Drug and...
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Hitting stationary objects are preventable crashes. The key to preventing such...
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Substance abuse involves more than taking illegal drugs. It also includes misusing...
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Spring has returned for most of the country, which means operations staff should take time to...
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Tractor-trailers typically have a high center of gravity, which makes them...
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Sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, and insomnia are just a few sleep disorders that affect all...
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Cold weather can increase a person’s risk of contracting a virus, such as...
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With driver turnover being an issue for most motor carriers, coupled with the lack of new...
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Having a driver...
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On April 23, 1910, in Paris, France, Theodore Roosevelt delivered a speech that would come to...
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Have you ever run a report and questioned the results? You may have looked at the report, noted...
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Fault and preventability are two terms motor carriers often confuse. The process of...
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A load can be rightfully rejected for several reasons, such as the goods were not delivered at the...
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Cargo theft and hijackings are a real danger to drivers. When out on the road,...
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Mirrors are an essential piece of safety equipment. A skilled driver knows how to...
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In today’s trucking environment, where high-dollar litigation has become the norm, driver...
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Motor carriers use the word talent to refer to employees, but this reference can include all...
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A right-turn squeeze crash can occur when a truck driver swings out into the left...
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Flatbed trailers pose a significant number of hazards to drivers, and those hazards...
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The start of school is here, and so are the seasonal hazards that increase the risk of truck...
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Great question! This...
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Truck drivers were asked to identify the driving skills they felt were most effective in...
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Have you ever noticed how people are influenced by those around them? Think of a neighborhood...
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Yes, school is back in session and that means school zone safety.
We have all heard it said,...
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Truck drivers, mechanics, and office workers were asked to identify the skills...
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In the frenzied pace of motor carrier operations, it is easy to get caught up...
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Critical crashes typically result in severe losses and can be catastrophic for...
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One of the most important responsibilities a motor carrier has is to hire qualified...
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Working around the truck can be just as dangerous to a driver as getting involved in a...
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Summer is here, and a new set of driving hazards is sure to raise a driver’s stress level as...
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Great question! Unfortunately, there’s not a magic pill to...
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There is nothing worse for a motor carrier than receiving a call that one of its drivers has been...
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Great question! Engaging and managing a geographically dispersed workforce is a challenge most...
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Rear-end crashes typically result in severe losses and can be catastrophic for everyone involved....
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The trucking industry focuses a great deal of attention on preventing large truck crashes and...
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If a hazard cannot be removed or reduced to a point it can be considered an acceptable risk,...
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Policies and procedures are necessary for high-hazard industries like trucking. They add structure...
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Managing the space around the truck is challenging. From driving in congested traffic to navigating...
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Slips, trips, and falls are leading causes of workplace injuries. No matter where you are, hazards...
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Winter is nearly in the rearview mirror, which means it is time to start thinking about spring and...
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Road rage is a criminal offense that can result in jail time. Road rage occurs when one driver...
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There is a misguided belief by some motor carriers that delaying or failing to report claims to...
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Fuel costs have traditionally been the largest line-item expense for motor carriers. According to...
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Professionalism in the workplace benefits you, your peers, and your employer. Exhibiting...
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Measuring the financial impact of a loss cannot be underestimated by motor carriers, especially...
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Aggressive driving puts you and others at risk of serious injury or death. According to the...