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How do you avoid sideloader accidents?

A sideloader refers to two different pieces of equipment: a forklift that loads to its side, and a lorry that has two cranes to lift containers on and off (e.g. a Megalift, Hammar or Swinglift). This article deals with the

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Prevention of Bridge Strikes: A Guide for UK Truck Drivers

Bridge strikes are a significant hazard for professional drivers, leading to severe consequences for public safety and operational costs. This article provides essential guidance for UK truck drivers to prevent bridge strikes, understand their responsibilities, and know the actions to

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What are the orange signs on the side of fuel tankers?

Hazchem emergency information panels are used on the side and rear of fuel tankers in the UK, New Zealand, Australia, Malaysia and India. The orange panels contain codes that tell firefighters how to deal with the products on board and

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How to safely get into and out of a heavy vehicle

Sprained ankles and damaged knees are common injuries that lorry drivers suffer through jumping out of their cab or off a trailer deck. A 17-stone driver jumping down a couple of feet creates around 31 stone of force when landing

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Advantages of air suspension on lorries and trailers

Many new lorries and trailers come fitted with air suspension, or at least have an option to have it fitted at extra cost. Older lorries and trailers can sometimes be retrofitted, too. Air suspension has many advantages but a few

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What aerodynamic aids are available for lorries

lorries with aerodynamic aids

Lorry fuel economy is extremely important to keep transport companies competitive, plus it’s good for the environment to reduce fuel usage. When you first learn how to drive a lorry, most of the instruction will be focused on safe and

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The ultimate guide to lorry fuel economy

Trucking is a cutthroat business with thin margins, so anything you can do to save fuel makes a big difference to the profitability of the company. Don’t come to a stop unless absolutely necessary:  acceleration, anticipation and braking sense Getting

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