Download Cheat Sheet: 10 Secret Tips To Stay Focused While Driving On Dangerous Roads
Of course most people probably don’t think about safety and such, at least not on a day-to-day basis. Well you should pay attention to those details, especially when you are an OTR driver that is living a unique lifestyle on our wide American roads.
In one of my previous articles that I’ve wrote called “Truck Driver Health: 50 Tips to Stay Sharp on the Road” you will find lot’s of useful information about staying sharp on the roads, physically and mentally, so take a look!
Conclusion
Safety is everyone’s responsibility and it starts with you! I know you have heard that a million times, and it does get a little annoying, but it is true as well.
If you get injured who is going to drive your truck and make your hauls? If you are careless and wreck your vehicle, it will adversely affect your safety rating.
I am not saying having a truck accident on an icy road or on one of the most dangerous roads will immediately cause the DOT’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), to instantly attack your rating, but if you have an accident, and are deemed to be at fault for negligence or whatever, it most certainly will.
So just remember the Boy Scout motto, “Be prepared”. Also respect the road conditions and the weather. Join some of the trucker forums, this way you will always be updated with the latest changes on the road. Just because you are the best skilled driver in the entire universe, doesn’t mean that everyone else is as careful or good of a driver as you are.
Dress in layers and dress for the weather. Drink plenty of liquids and eat regular meals. Skip the caloric meals and stick to the healthy meals instead! Just because you are a truck driver for a leaving that doesn’t mean you can’t take care of your overall health. Don’t forget to exercise whenever possible, and do your truck driver fitness!
You can’t do much about the other drivers, but you can look out for yourself. By doing so, you actually are looking out for the other drivers. As they say in the anti-drinking campaigns, “Drive to arrive”. So the next time you are getting ready for the long haul check the weather reports and prepare accordingly.
What are some the best tips for truck driving in winter that you’ve heard? What are some of your experiences? Have you or someone you known even got stuck in a whiteout, blizzard, ice storm, or other winter event? What did you do? Please share your truck driving in winter thoughts, ideas, and experiences with us.
