by Wendy MacPherson | Mar 6, 2022 | Uncategorized
One of the most feared moments for a truck driver is losing control of the rig. Braking a tractor trailer is an important skill for a professional truck driver. There’s a right way and a wrong way to brake. Learning truck driver skid control can prevent accidents...
by Wendy MacPherson | Feb 27, 2022 | Uncategorized
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. according to the CDC, and for truck drivers, who spend hours sitting behind a wheel, inactivity and lack of exercise can create hazardous conditions for your heart. Before you can make the right steps toward a...
by Wendy MacPherson | Feb 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
One highly overlooked bit of highway safety is how to deal with semi-trucks. Those behemoths of steel take up a lot of motorway real-estate. With drivers who’ve been on the road for hours, they face a lot more problems than you would in your car. And if you get...
by Wendy MacPherson | Feb 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
We were shocked to find out that while some drivers over-eat regularly, the majority do not – including most overweight and obese drivers. In fact, most drivers have a calorie deficit compared to their resting metabolic rate. Yet many drivers, despite eating fewer...
by Wendy MacPherson | Feb 5, 2022 | Uncategorized
One of the most important things a truck driver is responsible for is securing loads. This not only ensures the safety of the driver and the cargo, but also makes sure other cars on the road are safe too. In fact, according to Simmons Fletcher, P.C., Injury &...
by Wendy MacPherson | Jan 30, 2022 | Uncategorized
As we cruise through January, it seems like a favorite topic of discussion are New Year’s resolutions. It probably comes as no surprise that the number one resolution across the country is to adapt a healthier lifestyle, whether that means weight loss or simply...
