Driving the Line: The Pursuit of Safety

The purpose of this episode is for you to tap the brakes and ask yourself, "Do I have the right kind and amount of insurance?" Listen for details on what the FMCSA has to say about insurance so you can be sure you're in compliance.

It's still hot, but winter is right around the corner! In this episode, the team shares why we have tire chain laws, why they might already be in effect in some states, and the ins and outs of chaining up when driving from state to state.

Find more state by state info here: https://www.thetrucker.com/trucking-news/the-nation/chain-up-your-guide-to-the-nations-chain-laws

As the harvesting season begins, the team discusses how the increased presence of farming equipment on the roads can add danger for truckers and other vehicles. Listen for tips to keep yourself and others safe. Make sure to listen all the way to the end for one of Kenny's best stories ever!

For this episode, the team takes a trip down memory lane and talks about school zone and bus safety. Kenny Ray puts on his former teacher and school bus driver hats to share important tips for your kids and grandkids and for everyone who operates a vehicle around a bus or school.

Brake Safety Week is coming August 20 - 26 but it is about more than the CVSA. Trust and accountability are key to driving safely and moving the industry forward. Join Mike, Jim and Kenny to learn more about this emphasis week and how to put a full stop to potential fines and problems.

More information can be found here: https://www.cvsa.org/programs/operation-airbrake/brake-safety-campaigns/

In this episode, the team breaks down the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's (CVSA) Operation Safe Driver Week, which will take place July 9-15, 2023. This year's emphasis is on speeding and other unsafe driving practices for commercial motor vehicle operators as well as passenger vehicles. Find out more here: https://www.cvsa.org/news/2023-osd-week-dates/

If there's one thing that can bring a lot of stress to a trucking company, it's an audit. In this episode, the team shares their number one way to prepare for an audit and several practical tips to successfully get through an FMCSA or DOT audit.

June is here but are you ready for what that means for bringing safety to all drivers? Started 27 years ago by the National Safety Council, National Safety Month is the perfect month to refresh best practices including emergency preparedness, safety communication and more. Join Jim, Mike and Kenny to see just what they want all drivers to remember this month.

There's no doubt that heat can be a safety concern. In this episode, the team discusses OSHA resources and shares how suggested heat safety practices apply to drivers and workers. From breakdowns to clothing and more, the team gives useful tips on staying safe in the summer heat.

This episode is all about CVSA's Operation Roadcheck, May 16-18, 2023. Our team gives you a heads up on what to expect during this three-day inspection blitz—including citations and summons. As a special treat and a reflection of our commitment to learning, we each share a book recommendation.

For more information, check out https://www.cvsa.org/programs/international-roadcheck/.