by Wendy MacPherson | Jul 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
A truck driver’s life is a recipe for diabetes, and the statistics prove it. In the U.S., about 9.4% of the population has diabetes according to the Centers for Disease Control. For truckers, that number is 14%. Why do truckers suffer from diabetes at a rate...
by Wendy MacPherson | Jul 18, 2021 | Uncategorized
It’s no secret that being on the open road has many dangers, which truck drivers must face each day during working hours. It’s easy to grow comfortable behind the wheel, but you should always remember the importance of staying alert. Follow these ten safety tips to...
by Wendy MacPherson | Jul 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
Disrupted sleep can impair a professional truck driver’s cognitive function and cause increased daytime sleepiness, leading to more truck driving accidents and unsafe roads. Estimates show that drowsy driving is responsible for 72,000 crashes, 44,000 injuries, and 800...
by Wendy MacPherson | Jul 4, 2021 | Uncategorized
1. Know before you go. Take five minutes to check the weather along your path. Check out weather forecasts online or on TV. Be particularly aware of the potential for flash flooding during heavy downpours or freezing conditions when temperatures dip down. Rain from...
by Wendy MacPherson | Jun 26, 2021 | Uncategorized
1. MOVE SLOWLY. You’re a professional driver. The #1 rule is to take your time. Whatever you are doing, do it slowly and methodically. Whether you’re coming and going from a truck stop Pulling in and out of the drop yard Or looking for a new customer’s location Or...
by Wendy MacPherson | Jun 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
As mentioned in one of our recent blog posts, truckers 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...
