Understanding the Risks of Obesity
Obesity and being overweight are two common health risks facing truck drivers. Obesity means having too much body fat, while a person can be overweight due to too ...
05/22/20
Modernizing Environmental Health & Safety Software
According to a 2019 study by Perillon, 46% of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) leaders find their current safety management software is outdated and are ...
05/11/20
Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is a Game Changer
Technology is quickly catching up to the trucking industry, and the FMCSA’s new Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is a game changer. On January 6, 2020, drug and ...
04/28/20
Preventing Crashes with Stationary Objects
Hitting stationary objects are preventable crashes. The key to preventing such accidents is to recognize the hazards that can lead to a collision with a ...
04/08/20
Combatting Substance Abuse
Substance abuse involves more than taking illegal drugs. It also includes misusing alcohol, prescription medications, and other legal substances if too much is ...
04/06/20
Workplace Safety: Prevention of Coronavirus (COVID-19), Influenza & Other Infectious Diseases in the Workplace
Employers have continually faced the widespread threat of disease, such as the present and ongoing occurrence of influenza. Now the coronavirus (COVID-19) has ...
03/26/20
News & Resources for Drivers Dealing with COVID-19
As the world continues to respond to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), truck drivers and motor carriers must maintain their operations to deliver necessary goods to ...
03/26/20
Flu Awareness
Influenza, or flu, is a respiratory illness that results from a viral infection; it is highly contagious and spreads through respiratory droplets. A person can ...
03/04/20
Know the Hazards of Rollovers
Tractor-trailers typically have a high center of gravity, which makes them susceptible to rollover crashes. The key to preventing a rollover is for drivers to be ...
03/04/20
Preventing Accidents When Backing Up
One out of four vehicle accidents can be attributed to poor backing techniques, according to the National Safety Council. The Council also found that backing ...
03/02/20