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      May 28, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Taking Pictures at the Scene of a Collision: Bad or Good Idea?

      Truck drivers involved in a crash, either preventable or non-preventable, have many responsibilities at the scene of the collision. One of these responsibilities is documentation of the event. Taking pictures is a crucial part of documenting the scene and visually communicating the situation. Well-taken pictures help to tell a story by providing clear and graphic evidence of vehicle damage, personal injury, and other property damage. Remember, a picture is worth a thousand words. 
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      May 21, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      To Swerve or Not to Swerve: That is the Question

      The Answer: Don't Swerve   Loss-of-control crashes are sometimes the result of trying to avoid animals or wildlife that are on the roadway. Swerving to miss an animal is not the way to go. Our Great West Casualty Company team has come up with these essential driving techniques.
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      May 14, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Be Good to Yourself: How to Avoid Back Pain

      Get back to the basics Sprains and strains to the muscles, tendons and ligaments, and injury of the disks in the back are common injuries that are often avoidable, but can cause severe pain that may result in an inability to do any type of strenuous activity. Be aware of the causes of back injuries and your lifting limitations. Remembering a few pointers on lifting techniques can help you stay healthy.
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      Apr 14, 2015 3:33:00 PM

      Ask a Safety Rep: What's Included in Post-Collision Testing?

      QUESTION:  My driver was involved in a recordable collision and the hospital took blood in lieu of a breath alcohol test. Is this allowed by the FMCSA?
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