by Wendy MacPherson | Jul 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
Driving a truck may seem like an adventurous and fulfilling job, but the reality is that it comes with its own set of challenges and risks. One of these often overlooked hazards is exposure to the sun’s harmful rays. As a truck driver, you spend hours on the...
by Wendy MacPherson | Apr 28, 2024 | Uncategorized
You spend your days navigating endless highways, a true master of the open road. But that relentless sun beaming through your window can wreak havoc on your skin. Sun damage isn’t some macho badge of honor – it’s a health risk that leads to wrinkles,...
by Wendy MacPherson | Aug 6, 2022 | Uncategorized
By now you’ve most likely seen the picture of Bill McElligott, the truck driver who had severe sun damage on one side of his face. It came from a, now famous, study by the New England Journal of Medicine released in 2012. It showed a truck driver who had been driving...
by Wendy MacPherson | Jul 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
The summer months can be a stressful time for truck drivers. Busy roads, hot temperatures and abundant sun can create a few safety hazards for drivers when they hit the road. Fortunately, our summer driving safety tips for truck drivers will help deal with these...
by Wendy MacPherson | Jul 9, 2022 | Uncategorized
As mentioned in one of our recent blog posts, truck drivers would generally be wise to be more conscious of the effects of the summer sun. However, what that actually entails might be a bit more involved than some drivers might think. If you want to boost your sun...