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11/16/2016 |
Safety |
Driving Safety |
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SAFETY MOMENT OF THE WEEK  Driving Safety When driving a vehicle for transportation during work, the vehicle itself is considered a workplace. The following safety tips should be followed whenever a worker is asked to drive: - Inspect your vehicle before leaving on your journey.
Check such things as: - Tire pressure
- Working headlights and signals
- Sufficient levels of gas and windshield washer fluid
- Availability of first aid kits and fire extinguishers
- Report all vehicle defects to your supervisor or employer.
- Ensure that the vehicle is not overloaded and that you have good visual clearance in all directions
- Do not exceed the safe seating capacity of the vehicle as stated by the manufacturer.
- Ensure that each passenger has at least 41 cm (16 in.) of seating space
While driving: - Follow posted speed limits
- Wear your seat belt
- Do not use your phone or other mobile device
- Correct unsafe conditions immediately, and report them to your supervisor.
If you would like help on any of the topics that we present, please feel free to contact us at: (661) 587-8633 or stop by our retail location at 3510 Allen Rd #102, Bakersfield, CA 93314. Helping you stay safe on the job, today and tomorrow!
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