by Wendy MacPherson | Sep 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
Every day, more than 3.6 million professional truck drivers head out on the roads to safely and efficiently deliver the clothes we wear, the food we eat, and the medicine we rely upon. Almost every item in your home or office was delivered by a truck, so it’s...
by Wendy MacPherson | Sep 4, 2021 | Uncategorized
How to manage stress is not something we are “taught”. But everyday life can be stressful. Good stress, bad stress. Stress, stress STRESS. It’s everywhere. Job demands, relationships, life events, and social media drama are daily occurrences. Moreover, it can begin...
by Wendy MacPherson | Aug 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
Young adult members of Generation Z appear poised for inclusion in truck driving careers as a growing number of members of Congress indicate they support the Drive Safe Act. The DRIVE Safe Act is an acronym for “Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant...
by Wendy MacPherson | Aug 22, 2021 | Uncategorized
As a professional truck driver, you spend much of your day sitting in the same position. After driving for long periods of time, your body stiffens and your blood flow slows. These effects can even lead to serious medical conditions like blood clots and muscle...
by Wendy MacPherson | Aug 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Becoming a successful and safe truck driver doesn’t end when you obtain your CDL. Have an always-learning and “Safety First and Always” mindset to further your skills and confidence. These safety tips for truck drivers cover many steps of a typical day on the job:...
by Wendy MacPherson | Aug 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
Maintaining your health and fitness as a truck driver is crucial to your long-term success in the profession. Everything from passing your Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals to managing fatigue so that you can operate safely is influenced by what you put in...
