First Student’s Post

Investment into road safety & driver training/education should be considered an investment - NOT a cost. Currently road trauma costs approximately $32Billion/year, and over 70% of fatalities are caused by 'driver error', and in the first 3 years that increases to >90%. Improvements in training/education and assessments are required (nationally) to improve the 'shocking road toll'. #roadsafetyMATTERS myDRIVESCHOOL® #simulationtraining

The failure of truck driver training? The driver in question said it was a high wind that pushed him into an oncoming lane on a curve where he then ran head on into a group of motorcyclists. The real question might be, why was was he driving at all, if the winds were fierce? In spite of all the ELDT training hoopla, it's safe to say drivers get little practical training on safely driving a truck. Some still get none at all. It's easy to prove. Of the thousands of new ELDT training providers, the FMCSA has found fault with only a handful. Cursory or perfunctory trainers (the old "CDL Mills") can easily undercut the diligent training providers. Subpar drivers will always reveal their hand. Unfortunately, as in the vid below, they might take unsuspecting members of the public with them . . . #safetrucking #ELDT #truckinsurance https://lnkd.in/g95ECxBB

Commercial Motor Vehicle "Periodic  (Annual) Inspections What are the requirements? Part 396.1 in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR's) states: Every motor carrier, its officers, drivers, agents, representatives and employees directly concerned with the "inspection" or maintenance of Commercial Motor Vehicles must be knowledgeable of and comply with  this part.   Part 396 - INSPECTION, REPAIR, and MAINTENANCE.. How comfortable are you?   This lunch and learn should be attended by all, whether you are a technician, driver, fleet, shop, owner or manager Instructor: Swede Oun For the handout and uninterrupted video go to... https://lnkd.in/dGKmifk6

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s 2024 out-of-service criteria is now officially in effect, featuring 11 changes that were ratified last October. #trucking #truckdriver #roadsafety #regulations #outofservice https://lnkd.in/gkxjxR34

Our plan is too good not to share it. 📣   If you missed us this week at the National Association of Publicly Funded Truck Driving Schools or the National Private Truck Council annual conferences, please reach out and learn what Drivers Legal Plan can offer your drivers and company.   #Safety #Legal #DLP #truckingindustry #transportationsafety

New driver training is so critical.

DEFENSIVE DRIVER TRAINING - THEORY

A good course for your fleet drivers. Car or truck.

Mark the dates! ⚠️📅 CVSA's annual events are designed to motivate truckers to drive carefully and keep their vehicles in optimal condition. During these initiatives, law enforcement officers will closely monitor US roads, issuing fines for any violations discovered. 🚛 In addition to the International Roadcheck, Operation Safe Driver Week, and Brake Safety Week, CVSA will also carry out surprise law enforcement events. Therefore, it's crucial to prioritize safety at all times! 🚨 Mark Your Calendars for 2024 CVSA Events! 🚨 🔍 International Roadcheck 2024 📅 Dates: May 14th - 16th 🌍 Get ready for comprehensive vehicle and driver inspections to ensure road safety! 🚓 Operation Safe Driver Week 📅 Dates: July 7th - 13th 🛣️ Focus on safe driving behaviors to reduce the number of crashes involving commercial motor vehicles and passenger vehicles! 🔧 Brake Safety Week 📅 Dates: August 25th - 31st 🚛 Ensuring the critical importance of brake systems on commercial vehicles. 👉 Stay safe, and let's keep our roads secure! 🚚🚗 #RoadSafety #CVSAEvents #SafetyFirst

It’s exciting thinking about the freedom that comes with a driver’s license. We get it. But all of us out there on the road also need to remember our responsibility to our own and other drivers’ safety. Which is why Georgia State’s Teenage & Adult Driver Responsibility Act (TADRA) is set up with three stages of privileges to ensure you’re truly prepared for that road to freedom. #DriversLicenseFreedom #TADRA #RoadToFreedom #ResponsibleDriving #SafetyFirst #TeenDrivers #DriveResponsibly #RoadSafety #GeorgiaDrivers #TADRAGeorgia #SafeDrivingTips #PreparedForTheRoad #TeenDrivingSafety #DriverResponsibility #DriveSafeGeorgia #DrivingPrivileges #SafetyMatters #RoadtoIndependence #ResponsibleTeens #StaySafeOnTheRoad