NTC Reviews Australian Dangerous Codes
The National Transportation Commission’s high-level update on the Australian Dangerous Codes happens every two years. They are currently in the process of conducting a full review of ADG which is expected to give us a more comprehensive version of the codes. The NTC will share details about what could change …
Read MoreWhat You Can’t See As A Driver
Road Blind Spots are one of the most common causes of collisions in Australia. It is a common misconception that truck drivers have the same blind spots as car drivers. Truck drivers have to worry about their side mirrors, the trailer, the Prime mover, and their blind spots. The most …
Read MoreWhy Do Truckers Do Crazy Things With Their Indicators!
Truck drivers have, for a long time, used creative and effective way of interacting with other drivers when at the wheels using their lights. So, if you have encountered a trucker flashing their lights at you, do not be annoyed as it may mean several things. Below are some of …
Read MoreTruck Driver’s Health Check
Lack of regular exercise, toxic environment, irregular sleep, inhalation of chemical fumes from diesel fuel, and lack of access to nutritious and balanced food meals are the common reasons why the health of truck drivers is deteriorating. Some would say, sugar helps improve the energy and focus of the drivers …
Read MoreWhere to Buy Quality Container Door Straps
When the cargo inside the container shifts, it can cause cargo to push against the door. This means when the doors are opened, goods can fall from the container onto the operator which results in an accident, damaged goods, and injury. To prevent this from happening, you’ll need a container …
Read MorePersonal Protective Equipment a Truck Driver Must Have
Truckers could be one of the most exposed workers to imminent danger, be it on the road, off the road while loading goods or fixing parts of the trailers. A personal protective gear should always be worn while on duty to avoid and injury or even fatality. Tegral has been …
Read MoreHow to Restrain Paper Reels
Handling paper requires gentleness and skill. If you don’t want to end up with damaged reels, you need the best equipment, the right trailer, and an experienced driver when delivering paper reels. Paper reels are commonly carried over long distances and are moved several times from production to the end-user. …
Read MoreTake a Break
A Roadside Rest Area provides a safe place to take a break, rest, and grab something to eat. These are designed to cater to truckers and long-distance travelers to rest and avoid road accidents caused by fatigue. Rest areas are available 24 hours a day all year round and are …
Read MoreFatigue Distresses Most of the Drivers
According to studies, not having slept for more than 17 hours can affect your driving ability the same as a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of 0.05. Not sleeping for 24 hours has the same effect as having a BAC of 0.10, double the legal limit. It is known to be …
Read MoreMain Causes of Road Fatalities: Speeding and Drunk Driving
Speeding is a dangerous practice that has caused many accidents over the years and it is a major factor in fatal crashes. Speeding can be defined as driving faster than the posted speed limit. Speeding is not only dangerous on its own, but it also increases the risk of other …
Read MoreMain Causes of Road-Related Fatalities
In 2021, there were 1,123 road crash accidents in Australia according to the Bureau of Infrastructure and Transport Research Economics (BITRE). 528 of these were drivers, 181 were passengers, 132 were pedestrians, 235 were motorcyclists, and 40 were pedal cyclists. New South Wales alone has recorded 271 deaths caused by …
Read MoreReady to Shift to Electric Trucks?
There is a combined vehicle fleet of 19.2 million vehicles in Australia according to Climate Analytics. It is one of the world’s worst transport pollution contributors. Without having carbon emission standards at the moment, the Australian transport emissions are projected to be 82% higher than in 1990 in the year …
Read MoreTruck Driving Safety Tips
According to Reader’s Digest, Truck Drivers are one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. They had the highest number of fatalities on the job compared to any other profession. “It is better to be safety conscious than unsafe and unconscious” – a famous quote, that tells all professional …
Read MoreShipping Container Loading Procedures
Loading cargo on a shipping container is not that easy to execute. Filling it is like assembling a 3D puzzle and putting the pieces together in the right place will save you great costs. The safety of our contents mostly depends on the proper loading. Appropriate loading is as important …
Read MoreTips in Preparing Site for Container Delivery
According to Engineers, we can’t build a strong structure on a weak foundation. The tallest skyscrapers on earth have the deepest and most robust groundwork. It does not only apply to the buildings but to everything that needs to stand tall, last long, and be strong. Preparation is important, this …
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