Category - Truck Driver Safety Articles

CVSA Schedules Road Check for May 17th-19th

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has announced this year’s International Roadcheck dates as May 17th-19th with a focus on wheel ends....

FSMA and the Sanitary Transportation of Human and Animal Food

FSMA rules only apply to foods regulated by the FDA. Granted, this is a significant chunk of the U.S. food supply, about 75%. The other 25% is...

Food Safety and Temperature Controlled Transportation

Poison control centers receive thousands of calls about suspected food poisoning each year. As the holiday seasons approach, it can be especially...

Cargo Securement Regulations

Anything and everything carried on a truck must be properly secured to prevent loss of control or falling cargo from injuring drivers, passengers,...

The Heat is On!

This crazy weather continues this year, and the Heat is setting record temperatures across North America.  Last week we...

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Cold Weather Survival Kit

Cold Weather Survival Kit

Everyone should carry a Winter Survival Kit in their truck. In an emergency, it could save your life. Here is what you need: a shovel windshield scraper and small broom flashlight with extra...

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We are still in road construction season!

We are still in road construction season!

Drivers need to be especially cautious of construction zones. States are making a concentrated effort to raise the awareness of the dangers in these zones. Here are some safety tips you can share...

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…Is that a Drunk Driver?

…Is that a Drunk Driver?

How many times while driving have you seen another motorist and ask yourself…Is that a Drunk Driver? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has established four categories to...

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Fire Safety & Commercial Vehicles

Fire Safety & Commercial Vehicles

When a fire occurs in a commercial motor vehicle the driver must know two things 1. Knowledge about fires.2. How to operate a fire extinguisher. Fire safety and fire extinguisher operation should be...

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Fire Prevention Week: October 8-14, 2023

Fire Prevention Week: October 8-14, 2023

National Fire Prevention Week is coming, and it is a good time to review with your drivers how to prevent fires and how to react to a fire that occurs in their commercial motor vehicle. National...

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