Regulations and inspections matter, but safety is a habit. After 47 years, I can tell you the most dangerous thing on the road isn’t the weather or the truck — it’s complacency.
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Q1: What’s the #1 safety habit for truckers?
Always assume the other driver doesn’t see you. Defensive driving is your lifeline. Space, mirrors, and patience save more lives than luck ever will.
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Q2: How do you handle bad weather?
Slow down, increase following distance, and know when to shut it down. No load is worth your life. Parking early in a snowstorm isn’t weakness — it’s wisdom.
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Q3: What about cargo securement?
Whether flatbed, van, or reefer — securement is more than DOT rules, it’s protecting lives. Double-check straps, re-check after 50 miles, and never assume “good enough.”
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> Pull Quote:
“A safe trucker isn’t just protecting themselves — they’re protecting every family that shares the road.”
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