The Long Haul – A Trucker`s Tales of Life on the Road

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Therefore, be sure that you stay on top of simple safety practices that will not only keep you safe, but will keep other drivers on the road safe as well. Some good safety practices that you should never neglect are: Independence– Life on the road means taking care of yourself, and stepping up when something goes wrong. Paperwork: After the inspection, I’d finish off any remaining paperwork or work-related tasks on my tablet. Attentiveness– The road might seem predictable, but tuning out isn’t an option when safety is the number one priority.

In the USA, I’m limited to 11 hours each day. I have to take a certain number of breaks within a 14-hour working day as well. In Canada, I have a 16-hour working day and I can drive 13 hours straight, if I want. Drivers often, let one or two aspects of their lives take over their schedule, with these things taking up the majority of their time. For example, a driver spends a lot of hours working on their rig, and the rest at work, living on the road…. not exactly a healthy scenario for a happy family. Keeping a Regular Schedule Most people keep to themselves but they are very clean, unlike what most people think. I can usually find people to talk to in the lounge if I want to. But, I tend to keep to myself unless I’ve been on the road for a month or more.” Do you stay at hotels often?Trip Planning is Key: Before setting out, map your route. Consider factors like traffic patterns, construction zones, and potential weather disruptions. Modern GPS systems support drivers by providing real-time updates and alternative routes, ensuring you're not caught off guard. It’s early morning across south Wales, but with 2,300 miles of motorways to conquer, the team are busy getting in gear and drawing up battle plans, powered by diesel and cups of tea. Post-trip inspection: Once parked, I'd do my post-trip inspection of the tractor and trailer to make sure the equipment was still in good shape after a day on the road.

Knowing you have somewhere you need to be while you do all this waiting can be stressful, so try your best to fill the time you have doing something positive like: It's not just about driving. It's about being part of a larger community, one that's dedicated, reliable, and expert in handling complex logistics. It's about being part of a revolution in transportation, ensuring goods reach their destination seamlessly. Conclusion Parking: Since I usually started my days early, I’d do my best to be parked no later than 7 p.m. Some of the places I would stop included:One big perk of the electronic logbook system, is it really does promote ‘quality of life’, while living on the road. Stay Updated on Weather Changes: Mother Nature is unpredictable. Subscribing to weather alert services can give you a heads-up, allowing you to either adjust your route or schedule to avoid adverse conditions. Many times, especially during winter. Everything in Canada gets icy and covered in snow so the road conditions get very dangerous. Similar things happen in the states that make driving very difficult. It’s part of the job, but I’ll never get used to it.” What do you do when conditions are bad? Mechanical Skills– When a problem occurs, very rarely does it happen near an auto shop. You need to be able to fix some things on your own.