With a local CDL job the driver will be home most nights and weekends while an over the road driver (OTR) will be gone most weeks, if not many weekends as well.
Safety is such an important factor, even more so with dangerous or hazardous loads. The average tanker truck driver spends more time inspecting their tanks and loads than the average driver.
Of course they still have the same responsibilities to protect the freight and when it comes to vehicle maintenance and such.
Being a tanker truck driver is both rewarding and demanding at the same time.
Source: www.hankstruckforum.com
6. Tanker Truck Handling Tips
Driving heavy tanker truck really does demand a different approach to driving than does a small or light load. Safety is always the number one concern.
With that said remember it takes longer to stop. Be aware of your blind spots, especially in heavy traffic. Cars and motorcycle can jump in before you have time to react.
So maintain a safe travelling speed and distance. Also you can’t take corners as sharply as other vehicles.
