Trucking Lightning Strikes There’s less than a one in a million chance that you will be struck by lightning. Even the paranoid don’t give it much thought. However, lightning kills between 6 to 12 people every year in Canada, which is more than hail, wind, rain and tornadoes combined. Lightning is responsible for another 60 [...]
The most common DOT violation(s) stem from problems with the brake system. During the CVSA Roadcheck 2014, 46.2% of all vehicles put out of service had brake system violations. Checking the brake system is part of your daily required pre-trip inspection. The 2015 Roadcheck program is slated to start on June 2nd and run for [...]
It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure the safe securement of freight on the trailer regardless if you are hauling dry van, reefer or a flat deck. Ensuring that the freight you are hauling is secured will prevent damage to clients’ freight, shifting loads, and preventing loose object from falling from the vehicle in a [...]
This week is National Work Zone Awareness Week. With construction season kicking off in many states and provinces it is time to focus on and prepare for safety in construction areas. Work zones pose many risks because of the congestion they cause and all the activity of the personnel and equipment in them. Every year [...]
As professional truck drivers we are expected to be safe and compliant at all times. Violations, even seemingly small ones, are counted against a company’s safety rating. It is important to know that while drivers may sometimes get off with a warning, points are still deducted from the company’s safety rating and the violation is [...]
Our fleet is growing and we are looking for professional truck drivers to join our team. Len Dubois Trucking, a Winnipeg Manitoba trucking company, has limited company driver positions available now. Ask Yourself the Following Questions Are you being paid $0.38 to $0.42 per mile? Are you paid for each pick and drop you do? [...]
The spring road restrictions in Manitoba and nearby jurisdictions are now in effect and it is important for all truck drivers to be prepared for detours, especially when making rural pick ups and deliveries. Drivers do not want to get caught on a restricted road. The fines are steep, ranging in the hundreds to thousands [...]
Being an Owner Operator adds many new responsibilities to your professional truck driving career. Be business smart with the Len Dubois Trucking’s Best Business Practices. Today we will be looking at fuel economy and how you can increase your miles per gallon. In our last article, How to Get More from Your Fuel Economy, we [...]
Given the amount of miles truck drivers run, the number of blind backs, poor docks, tight spots and job sites truckers have to deal with it’s not really a matter of “if” you have an accident, but when. We’re talking about small minor incidents and accidents like taking out a fence or mailbox. Sometimes the [...]
While the Manitoba Spring Road Restrictions haven't been put into effect just yet, it is important for truck drivers to know that different provinces and states start their restrictions at different times. States such as South Dakota, Minnesota and Montana can start their spring road restrictions as early as February. As a truck driver it [...]
