2024 Facts for Drivers PDF

Health officials have recommended that companies issue isolation and quarantine guidelines; coordinate or know where area treatment centers are or will be; coordinate delivery and allocation of vaccines and anti- viral; have a priority list of those first to recerve the vaccine and work that needs t...

Health officials have recommended that companies issue isolation and quarantine guidelines; coordinate or know where area treatment centers are or will be; coordinate delivery and allocation of vaccines and anti- viral; have a priority list of those first to recerve the vaccine and work that needs to be done; have a communication system in place and be prepared to expand ongoing surveillance of the situation. They suggest stockpiling supplies now, including water, first aid supplies, etc. Slips, Trips, and Falls: Slips occur due to a loss of traction. Trips result when a foot hits an object. Falls occur when one's balance ts lost. 80% of accidents on stairs result in serious injury. Research indicates that if your head makes contact with a solid object at a speed of only 2.5 mph, the force generated is sufficient to crack a skull open. Know your hazards! When getting in and out of your cab, use the three- point rule; that is, maintain three points of contact at all tumes! Avoid bad habits such as jumping, over-extending and being in a hurry. Getting in and out of a truck safely is easy to take for granted. Think about your stake in taking care of yourself. Think about what could happen if you fell from your cab or trailer. Be especially careful when coupling and uncoupling. Be alert around loading docks. Watch for oil and grease, slippery ramps, stairs and platforms, and other hazards that could contribute to a slip, trip or fall. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Bad weather requires extra caution due to slippery conditions. Proper Lifting: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), more than one million workers suffer back injuries each year, with back injuries accounting for one out of every five workplace injuries and ilnesses. A BLS survey showed that four out of five of these injuries were to the lower back, and that three out of four occurred while lifting. This survey also shows the importance of reducing back injuries caused by lifting. Improper lifting techniques can lead to back, leg and arm pain, and can cause both acute injury and serious chronic effects. Learning the right way to lift will help you avoid these problems. Plan ahead before lifting. Stretch. Know what you are doing and where you are going. It will prevent you from making awkward moves while holding something heavy. Whether you are positioning a dock plate, rolling up a trailer door, or lifting a box, learn and use the proper lifting techniques to reduce injury. 154