Category - Safety Articles

Safety Technology Means Safer Workplace for Drivers

Using safety technology can create a safer workplace for your drivers. Every time your driver gets behind the wheel, he or she is at risk. Trucking...

New FMCSA Driver Physical Exam Form Required on Sept. 7th

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) released a revised version of its Medical Examination Report form (long form) with a...

Deadline for Updated Drug Testing Custody and Control Form (CCF) is August 31st

Employers and their service agents must use the revised Federal Drug Testing CCF no later than August 31, 2021. The previous version of the...

Do You Allow Your Drivers to Take Passenger with Them While They Drive?

Some companies as a way of retaining drivers will allow them to take a spouse or child along with them while they are driving.  This practice has...
Idealease Cancels 2020 Safety Seminars

Idealease Cancels 2020 Safety Seminars

As we see the COVID-19 pandemic continue to evolve with impact to our locations and customers we evaluated the practicality of holding the 2020 Idealease Safety seminars with the protection of our...

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Heat and your Truck

Heat and your Truck

For drivers to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in a safe manner it's important to understand how heat affects the operation of the CMV. Two areas that drivers must pay attention during...

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Prevent Heat Exhaustion

Prevent Heat Exhaustion

Now that the weather has warmed up, it's a good time to be reminded that heat exhaustion, and potentially heat stroke, can effect anyone, even those who work outdoors on a routine basis. "Signs of...

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All Heat-Related Illnesses Are Preventable!

All Heat-Related Illnesses Are Preventable!

What can you do to prevent them? • Use Common Sense!• Limit your exposure to direct sunlight as much as possible.• Drink more fluids (non-alcoholic); do not drink fluids that contain caffeine or...

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