Archive for May 2019
Women in the trucking workforce
The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics categorizes truck drivers, as well as several other manual labor jobs, as nontraditional for women. Steadily, that is changing. Women made up 6 percent of the 3.5 million sales workers and truck drivers employed in 2018, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, but it was a…
Read MoreNavigating The Roadway Alongside Semis In High Winds
High winds and severe weather create unique challenges for both the truck driver and other drivers. Sisbro put together a few tips to help the average car or truck safely navigate around tractor trailers in special conditions. Anticipate wind gusts The best way to deal with windy conditions is for both the truck driver and…
Read MoreHigh Blood Pressure and Truck Driving
If you have high blood pressure, you may be fit to drive as long as you are working to reduce stage 1 or 2 hypertension. Your DOT physical will become part of your driving record and you may be medically certified to drive a truck anywhere from three months to a year depending upon the…
Read MoreWhat’s a dedicated truck driver?
Most truck drivers are “dedicated” to their jobs, but not all are dedicated truck drivers. Does that make sense? Starting in the industry, you’ll see all types of truck drivers. Some are independent contractors, some are over-the-road drivers, but then there are also dedicated truck drivers. This is when a driver operates in a specific…
Read MoreYour future as a truck driver
Every year there is a new batch of adults looking to enter the workforce or switch up their employment opportunities. With each passing year, trucking companies see an increased desire for the driver career choice. We also see those looking for something different than that regular 9-5 life with a hovering boss. One of the…
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