Life on the open road may seem adventurous, but for truck drivers, it comes with its own set of challenges—some of which are not immediately apparent. Beyond the long hours and sedentary nature of the job, truck drivers face hidden health risks that can significantly...
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Hypertension is a threat to truck drivers
Spending long hours behind the wheel can cause health complications to creep in. The sedentary lifestyle of being a truck driver, paired with stress, an unhealthy diet and lack of exercise, can lead to hypertension. Taking this condition seriously is crucial to...
Are truck drivers safe if their blood alcohol is below the minimum level?
Driving a motor vehicle under the influence (DUI) of an intoxicating substance, such as alcohol or drugs, is a Class 1 misdemeanor for a first offense in Virginia. For a driver to be presumed to be intoxicated, their blood alcohol level must be at least 0.08%. After...
Hauling dangerous cargo through tunnels is a crime
Truck drivers haul various goods as part of their critical role in America’s shipping and distribution system. Truckers can bring foodstuffs, clothing, appliances – even the raw materials used to create these consumer goods – efficiently from point A to B. However,...
How can drowsiness lead to reckless driving?
Drowsiness Drowsiness, a silent adversary on the road, has the power to transform responsible drivers into reckless ones. According to the National Sleep Foundation, over 6,400 people die in crashes related to drowsy driving a year. Recognizing that you should not...
Truckers violating out-of-service orders can be punished
Commercial trucks come in different specifications and designs to fulfill various tasks. Tractor-trailers help transport cargo, while more specialized vehicles such as concrete mixers and garbage trucks take on more focused roles due to their utility. But no matter...
Truckers shouldn’t flout railroad crossing rules
Railroad crossings are some of the most dangerous road intersections for any motorist. Due to their weight and speed, trains make any collision they cause deadly. This is why Virginia has rules preventing drivers from taking any reckless actions around railway...
How driving hours contribute to trucking accidents in Virginia
When you share the road with commercial trucks, you often trust that only skilled and attentive drivers are on the road. They carry the responsibility of operating massive vehicles that, if mishandled, can cause catastrophic accidents. One crucial factor affecting...
Even truckers can get into trouble for using smartphones while driving
Truckers are more than familiar with the dangers of distracted driving. Every second your eyes aren’t on the road while driving increases your risk of collision, and trucks can do much damage with whatever they collide with. But the trucking lifestyle can be dreary;...
How do you ensure your fleet drivers are responsible?
As someone who oversees a driving fleet, one of your utmost responsibilities should always fall back on ensuring that your drivers follow safe driving practices and take their duties seriously. Corporate policies and traffic laws can work together to ensure...