CSA BASICs Podcast

CSA BASICs Podcast

By Sam TuckerLeisureAutomotive
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CSA BASICs Podcast episodes

  • The Case for Cameras
    Reduce your #trucking insurance premiums and improve your CSA scores by installing cameras in your trucks! Here’s why and what you should consider.
    20 min
  • Vehicle Maintenance Improvements

    There is no doubt that most #trucking fleets tend to struggle with vehicle maintenance BASIC scores.

    In today's episode, we go through some quick tips on how to improve vehicle maintenance for any fleet. 

    Here are the tips that we'll be covering: 

    1. Ensure that all lights are operational at all times
    2. Only allow trained mechanics to adjust Automatic Slack Adjusters
    3. Keep all Automatic Slack Adjusters well lubricated
    4. Have drivers do 1 full brake compression each day to help adjust brakes
    5. Track tire tread depths at least monthly
    6. Document every major repair made to each truck and trailer
    7. There is no substitute for thorough pre or post trip inspections
    8. 10 min
    9. The Key to Good CSA BASIC Scores
      The key to good CSA BASIC scores is avoiding roadside inspections. How do truck drivers do that? By avoiding these 5 key violations. Want to comment on this episode? Just click here to leave us a message: https://anchor.fm/sam-tucker/message
      10 min

    About CSA BASICs Podcast

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    We discuss all aspects of fleet safety, DOT compliance and Insurance for trucking companies.