More Rest Urged for Truck Drivers; Safety Board Calls for Changing Rules on Number of Hours WorkedDon Phillips
Truck trailer blind spots are areas around a truck and trailer where the driver is unable to see other vehicles. The most common blind spots are located on the left and right sides of the trailer, directly behind the trailer, and in front of the trailer. Drivers should always be aware of...
The capacity of each forklift truck will vary. However, it is imperative to never lift loads greater than the capacity of the truck that you are operating. Never move a raised load or a load that appears unsuitable or damaged unless the lift truck is designed for this. A forklift’s load...
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Safety concerns of local/short haul truck drivers. Transportation Human Factors 1999;1(4): 377–86.Hanowski, Richard J., Walter W. Wierwille, Andrew W. Gellatly, and Thomas A. Dingus (1999), "Safety Concerns of Local/Short Haul Truck Drivers," Transportation Human Factors, Vol. 1 (4),...
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Stop and take regular breaks as need. Get in a good stretch. Do a walk around the truck and trailer. Check your load. Look for soft tires, air leaks, check under the truck for any dripping coolant or oil. Professional drivers should not ever skip any safety steps when driving. ...
This system includes adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and emergency braking, which significantly reduce the risk of semi-truck accidents. The VNL series also boasts an enhanced visibility design, offering drivers a panoramic view that is crucial for safe driving. 2. Freightliner ...
Hands-free phone calls using a headset or earpiece was associated with lower drowsiness for truck drivers, according to the VTTI study. Texting on a hand-held phone was one of the most infrequent types of cell phone use in the study. About 1% of drivers texted or were involved in a safe...
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