Drivers Make Sure You Choose a GPS for Commercial Trucks

Choosing the Right Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigation Device is important to understand that not all navigation systems are the same. That is why it is critical for truck and bus drivers to use the right navigation system when operating a commercial truck or bus.

By using a navigation system that does not provide important route restrictions, such as low bridge overpasses, the shortcut you thought would save you time and fuel may end up costing you more than you bargained for.

A typical system that a consumer might buy at an electronics or auto parts store may not have software programming to show low bridges, hazmat routes and other information relevant to commercial motor vehicle operators.

The FMCSA created a visor card specifically for truck and bus drivers on how to choose the right navigation system intended for them. The visor card gives tips for safe use of navigation systems, and can be downloaded free-of-charge.

The visor card provides tips on selecting the proper navigation system designed for trucks and buses, and the correct use of the navigation systems. For example, in order for the navigation system to provide you with the appropriate route, truck and bus drivers should enter all relevant information such as:
vehicle's length,
width and height;
 axle weight;
and any hazardous materials being hauled.

By following the recommended route, obeying traffic signs and not driving while using a cell phone or texting, tragedies can be prevented and lives saved on our roads and highways.

Tips for Commercial Drivers on Selecting a GPS

FMCSA drawing attention Hazmat Compliance BASIC

This week, February 7th through the 14th, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is drawing attention to the Safety Management Cycle (SMC) that helps identify and address safety and compliance issues related to the Hazardous Materials (HM) Compliance Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Category (BASIC).

The SMC for the HM BASIC suggests actions that carriers can take to identify the root cause of safety issues, establish and improve their safety management controls, and reduce or eliminate violations. For instance, new hire and refresher trainings are effective ways to communicate company policy and expectations about how to safely transport HM cargo. Also, implementing a disciplinary policy where high-consequence incidents result in stringent disciplinary action can help provide incentive to make every effort to follow company policy.

We are in the process of launching two training videos on Security Awareness Training this month.

Did you know your company policy can be uploaded to our LMS platform and assigned to each driver that can be tested on their retention and understanding.

Are you interested in how we can help your company improve your safety management controls? Just give us a call at 877-792-3866 ext 102.

Joe

Cargo Tank Rollovers

What Percentage of Cargo Tank Rollovers Occur On Exit Ramps?

 

A. 25% B. 53% C. 7% D. 73%

YOU might be surprised to learn that according to a recent study conducted for the U. S. Department of Transportation, only about 7% of cargo tank rollovers occur on exit ramps. Eight times as many rollovers occur on straight roadways, often when a driver “over-corrects” after dropping a wheel off the road surface, or becoming distracted. Online Tanker Rollover Driver training. Training is an important part of any safety program. Train your tanker drivers online with our content or you can upload your companies content for your specific training requirements.