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Jan 8, 2019 3:00:00 PM

Buying Into Safety: Six Reasons It Makes $ense

By Great West Casualty Company

Remember in Oliver Twist when the hungry boy quietly approached his unforgiving master and asked him to fill the boy’s bowl with more gruel? Safety directors might relate to this feeling when requesting funds for new safety initiatives. Regardless of the company’s culture, selling safety to the keepers of the company coffers can be met with frustration and resistance, especially if the financial return on investment (ROI) has not been calculated beforehand to justify the expenditure.

Jan 1, 2019 4:14:56 PM

Defending Against Winter Driving Hazards

By Great West Casualty Company

Winter driving can be dangerous. The possibility of losing control of one’s vehicle and the need to drive defensively to protect against other drivers requires alertness and readiness to react to hazards. Read the information below, and ask yourself how you can improve your driving style in any of the hazard categories.

Dec 26, 2018 3:00:00 PM

Exercise

By Great West Casualty Company

Persons who sit for long periods of time, lead sedentary lifestyles, or work in high-stress environments are prone to many serious health problems, such as Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, depression, deep vein thrombosis, and more. Exercise is a great solution. It can help you feel better, boost your energy, manage your weight, and prevent work-related injuries.

Dec 18, 2018 3:00:00 PM

Crash Scene Procedures

By Great West Casualty Company

In the event a driver is involved in a vehicle crash, how he or she responds immediately following the incident is critical to minimizing business interruptions and the potential severity of financial losses. Read the crash scene procedures below and discuss the suggested practices with your employer.

Dec 4, 2018 3:00:00 PM

Achieve Safety Excellence Through Teamwork

By Great West Casualty Company

Steve Jobs, the founder of Apple, Inc., was once asked if he played a musical instrument. He replied, “No, I don’t play an instrument. I conduct an orchestra.” The orchestra he referred to was his company, now the largest tech company in the world. A number of factors contributed to the success of Mr. Jobs and Apple, but one characteristic that stands out is teamwork. From senior leadership down to every line employee, it took a coordinated effort for Apple to achieve its performance goals, and, equally important, maintain them.

Nov 27, 2018 3:00:00 PM

Make Your Safety Training Memorable

By Great West Casualty Company

A boring driver meeting or orientation class is frustrating for both the trainer and the trainees. In truth, most mind-numbing classes are the trainer’s fault, often due in large part to the trainer’s lack of preparation or lack of interest, leading to audience disengagement.

Nov 20, 2018 3:00:00 PM

Healthy Eating

By Great West Casualty Company

Healthy eating on the road is essential for maintaining a normal Body Mass Index (BMI) and helping your body function at peak performance. The key is to remember that healthy eating involves portion control and choosing foods wisely. Read the information below, and ask yourself if there are actions you can take to make eating decisions that facilitate better health.

Nov 13, 2018 3:00:00 PM

Ask the Safety Rep: What Are the Requirements for Accident Recordkeeping?

By Great West Casualty Company

Great question! According to Part 390.15(b)(1) of CFR Title 49 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) “For accidents that occur after April 29, 2003, motor carriers must maintain an accident register for three years after the date of each accident. For accidents that occurred on or prior to April 29, 2003, motor carriers must maintain an accident register for a period of one year after the date of each accident.”

Oct 30, 2018 3:00:00 PM

Crash Prevention: Are You Proactive or Reactive?

By Great West Casualty Company

When a vehicle crash occurs, the first questions a trucking company will likely ask are: What happened? Is everyone okay? Which party was at fault? Unfortunately, at this point, the motor carrier is already in a reactive state, trying to gather details and determine how severe the loss will be. It is an unenviable position to be in, and, as the facts emerge, the motor carrier will turn its attention to determining if the crash was preventable and what, if anything, can be done to prevent it from happening again.

Oct 23, 2018 3:01:00 PM

Fall Driving Hazards

By Great West Casualty Company

The fall season presents many unique hazards that truck drivers should be on the lookout for. Avoiding potential losses requires drivers to recognize the hazards that can lead to a vehicle crash, know the defense, and react properly. Read the information below, and ask yourself how you can improve your driving style in any of the hazard categories.

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