Sweets Safety Tips – Post Trip 3/3
Being a successful truck driver doesn’t exist without being a safe truck driver. Having the “safety first” mentality does not end as soon as you get your CDL and at Sweet, we are constantly implementing safety procedures to ensure that our drivers are among the safest on the roads.
To refresh your knowledge about truck driver safety, we have compiled a list of essential safety tips for drivers to keep in mind regardless of how much experience you may have.
POST-TRIP SAFETY TIPS
1. Backing up – important things to remember while parking – Source
- G.O.A.L – Get Out and Look – Always be aware of your surroundings before you start backing. Use the G.O.A.L. (get out and look) technique before you put your truck in reverse to check for obstacles and visualize the space you have to work with.
- When getting out to check your surroundings, stand in the spotter position (20-25 feet out from the front right corner of the tractor) and check:
- The parking spot
- The blind spot
- The area the tractor will use when backing
- Any area that you cannot see from the driver’s seat or in the mirrors
- When getting out to check your surroundings, stand in the spotter position (20-25 feet out from the front right corner of the tractor) and check:
- Drivers should also complete a full lap around their truck to check for hazards above and below the tractor and trailer.
- Take your time – patience is key. Take time to use all your mirrors on both sides of the truck, readjust your angle as you start to drift, remove all distractions and pull up, if necessary.
- G.O.A.L – Get Out and Look – Always be aware of your surroundings before you start backing. Use the G.O.A.L. (get out and look) technique before you put your truck in reverse to check for obstacles and visualize the space you have to work with.
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2. Post-trip inspection – Should include critical components like brakes, steering mechanism, light and reflectors, tires, coupling devices, mirrors, emergency equipment, cargo securement, and body damage. Again, any and all defects should be noted on DVIR and submitted through Samsara and the Shop notified – Source Make sure to check the following:
- Service brakes – including trailer brake connections
- Parking (hand) break
- Steering mechanism
- Lighting devices and reflectors
- Windshield wipes
- Tires
- Rear-vision mirrors
- Coupling devices
- Wheels and rims
- Emergency equipment
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3. When to do a post-trip inspection
- According to FMCSA regulations, a post-trip inspection is required to be performed at the completion of each day’s work or driving shift. This ensures that drivers inspect their commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) for any defects or safety issues before leaving the vehicle unattended. The post-trip inspection helps identify and address any problems that may have occurred during the trip, promoting safety and compliance with regulations.
Safety is the number one priority at Sweet for our drivers, customers and everyone on the road. By keeping this tips in mind, will assist you in always being safe will on the road. If you have any questions regarding safety or safety practices, please reach out directly to your company’s safety department for assistance.
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