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7/24/2024

Working in Excessive Heat

Excessive heat, especially when wearing chemical protective suits, can lead to severe heat stress, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Scot Barney discusses the signs to look out for, and some preventive measures to help manage these risks.

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Scot Barney

10 minutes

7/3/2024

Top Safety Tips for Commercial Drivers During Fourth of July Travel

Get ready for one of the busiest travel holidays of the year by following these simple tips while on the road this Fourth of July.

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Scot Barney

6 minutes

6/24/2024

The Dangers of Rushing: How Being in a Hurry Causes Accidents

Scot Barney emphasizes the importance of being in a good state of mind on the road to keep yourself and everyone else safe.

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Scot Barney

5 minutes

6/5/2024

Tips to Avoid Wildlife Vehicle Collisions on the Road

Scot Barney shares some tips to help protect yourself and the wildlife around you while on the road.

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Scot Barney

10 minutes

6/5/2024

The Crucial Role of 'Get Out and Look' in Trucking Safety

Regarding backing and being aware of your surroundings, Scot Barney reminds drivers of a crucial lesson in truck driving, always Get Out and Look.

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Scot Barney

5 minutes

5/24/2024

Mental Health Awareness for Truck Drivers

Scot Barney shares the importance of Mental Health Awareness for truck drivers, as well as, some mental health tips to promote a healthier life on the road.

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Scot Barney

5 minutes

5/3/2024

DOT Stops: Hazmat Regulations and Railroad Crossing Safety

Stop, Look, and Listen. Scot Barney emphasizes the importance of adhering to DOT stops for the safe transportation of hazardous materials.

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Scot Barney

10 minutes

5/3/2024

Navigating Split-Second Decisions on the Road

There are numerous split-second decisions that a driver makes during their day. Scott Barney reminds us of the importance of staying vigilant on the road.

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Scot Barney

5 minutes

4/26/2024

Preventing Truck Rollovers on the Road

Scot Barney shares some advice on avoiding the industry's unforgivable sin of rollovers.

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Scot Barney

5 minutes

4/26/2024

Spring and Summer Driving Tips for Truck Drivers

Scot Barney shares a few safety and preparation tips as we enter spring and summer.

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Scot Barney

5 minutes

4/26/2024

How to Prepare for International Roadcheck on May 14-16, 2024

International Roadcheck is on May 14-16, 2024. Here are 8 tips to help you prepare for this 72-hour event.

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Melissa Iniguez

4 minutes

3/8/2024

Conflict Management in Trucking

Scot Barney emphasizes the importance of conflict management and shares quick tips for maintaining positivity and professionalism on a daily basis.

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Scot Barney

5 minutes

3/8/2024

A Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist for Truck Drivers

Scot Barney gives a refresher on how to perform a thorough pre-trip inspection, following the FMCSA's regulations.

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Scot Barney

10 minutes

1/8/2024

Guide to Coupling and Uncoupling a Tractor-Trailer

Scot Barney gives a refresher on how to couple and uncouple a tractor-trailer. It covers the basics, from preparation to final steps.

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Scot Barney

5 minutes

1/3/2024

How to Manage a Steer Tire Blowout

Scot Barney shares how he handled a steer tire blowout and provides crucial safety tips on how to manage this dangerous situation.

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Scot Barney

5 minutes

12/29/2023

Tips to Prevent Hard Acceleration and Braking

Scot Barney highlights the downsides of aggressive driving (including hard braking) for truckers and emphasizes the importance of smooth, responsible driving practices.

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Scot Barney

5 minutes

12/8/2023

Fuel Efficiency Techniques for Truck Drivers

Reflecting on his personal experiences, Scot Barney shares fuel efficiency techniques to help other drivers save on fuel costs.

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Scot Barney

6 minutes

12/8/2023

How to Install Tire Chains

Prepare for winter with our tire chain guide. Explore different options and follow step-by-step instructions for easy snow chain installation.

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Scot Barney

10 minutes

11/13/2023

Top Winter Driving Tips for Truckers

Scot Barney, a truck driver with over 18 years of experience, including ten years with LGT, shares tips to help drivers prepare for the winter season.

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Scot Barney

10 minutes

5/8/2023

How to Prepare for International Roadcheck on May 16-18, 2023

International Roadcheck is on May 16-18, 2023. Here are 7 tips to help you prepare for this 72-hour event.

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Melissa Iniguez

4 minutes

8/9/2022

5 Tips for Hauling Propane (LPG) Safely Through the Mountains

Ski Resorts are heated using Propane (LPG). Here's a few tips for truckers to haul Propane safely through the mountains.

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Ryan Baber

4 minutes

8/4/2022

5 Key Back-to-School Driving Tips for Truck Drivers

Here are 5 key tips we recommend that truck drivers be aware of during back-to-school season.

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Robin Ingram

2 minutes

8/4/2022

Everything You Need to Know About Operation Airbrake 2022

Brake Safety Week is from August 21-27, 2022. Here is everything truckers need to know about it.

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Robin Ingram

3 minutes

6/16/2022

8 Safe Driving Practices to Follow in the Midst of Summer

Summer weather can be strenuous on drivers. Here are 7 ways to stay safe behind the wheel during the Summer.

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Robin Ingram

3 minutes

6/14/2022

Everything You Need to Know about Operation Safe Driver Week: July 9-15, 2023

Operation Safe Driver Week is July 9 - 15, 2023. Here's everything you need to know.

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Robin Ingram

2 minutes

5/31/2022

Work Zone Awareness: 5 Tips to Stay Safe in Work Zones

In honor of National Work Zone Awareness Month, here are 5 tips to stay safe in work zones.

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Robin Ingram

2 minutes

5/24/2022

How to Stay Safe Truck Driving on Memorial Day

Trucking on Memorial Day weekend? Here are 4 tips on how to protect yourself, your rig, and your freight during a heavy traffic period.

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Robin Ingram

2 minutes

5/6/2022

5 Safety Tips for Drivers Approaching a Rolled Over Anhydrous Ammonia Trailer

In the event you find yourself in a situation where an unfamiliar tanker trailer has crashed or rolled over on the highway here are 5 things you need to do.

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Ryan Baber

5 minutes

5/2/2022

8 Safety Tips for Truck Drivers on Sharing the Road with other Motorists and Motorcyclists

It's important that everyone on the road does their part. So, we created 8 tips for truck drivers when sharing the road with other motorists and motorcyclists.

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Robin Ingram

4 minutes

4/13/2022

Top 5 Driving Distractions to be Aware of and How to Avoid Them

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. To spread awareness, we wanted to share the top 5 driving distractions that lead to accidents and a few tips to avoid them.

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Robin Ingram

3 Minutes

10/22/2021

Tips for Avoiding Accidents with Wildlife

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Brian Pickett

6 Minutes

10/12/2021

Top Tips for Driving in the Fall

Driver Safety Tips for the Fall. Top 5 Tips for Driving in the Fall.

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Brian Pickett

5 Minutes

9/2/2021

Safety Equipment Every Truck Driver Should Have

PPE that Every Truck Driver Should Have. Safety Tips and Equipment for Truck Drivers.

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Brian Pickett

6 Minutes

9/1/2021

Defensive Driving Tips for Truck Drivers

Defensive Driving Tips for Professional CDL A Truck Drivers. The Benefits to Defensive Driving. Defensive Driving Courses.

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Brian Pickett

5 Minutes

8/18/2021

The Dangers of Cryogenic Burns and How to Prevent Them

What are Cryogenic Liquids and How to avoid Burns. What are the Hazards of Cryogenic Liquids. How to Prevent and Treat Cryogenic Burns.

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Brian Pickett

10 Minutes

8/9/2021

How to Prevent Rear-end Collisions

These tips will help you and other drivers avoid rear-end collisions. What are main causes to rear-end crashes. Helpful tips to avoid crashes.

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Brian Pickett

6 minutes

7/22/2021

How to Prevent Truck Rollovers

Rollovers are something that are completely avoidable if following the proper and safe procedures when delivering a load. Here's how you can prevent rollovers.

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Brian Pickett

6 Minutes

7/13/2021

Safety Tip Sunday | Truck Stop Accident Prevention

A large percentage of truck and trailer accidents happen at truck stops. Unfamiliar areas, tired drivers, difficult backs and inexperience can all lead to unsafe situations.

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Brian Pickett

3 Minutes

7/13/2021

Safety Tip Sunday | Coupling and Uncoupling a Tractor and Trailer

This week’s safety tip is one you may or may not need a refresher on: Coupling and Uncoupling a tractor trailer.

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Brian Pickett

5 Minutes

7/13/2021

Safety Tip Sunday | 360 Degree Walk Around Inspections

This week’s Safety Tip Sunday talks about 360 Vehicle Walk Around Inspections.

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Brian Pickett

2 Minutes

7/12/2021

Safety Tip Sunday | How to Prevent Accidents When Backing

Did you know that backing accidents are the leading cause of property damage accidents? These tips are going to teach you how to prevent accidents.

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Brian Pickett

3 Minutes

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