The slow economy has really dampened demand for truck drivers in the past year or two, and now there are several factors that seem to be converging to create the “perfect storm” for truck driving demand in the decade ahead. Let’s take a look at what we could be facing.
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Should Body Mass Index Be Enforced In The Trucking Industry?
There is always a healthy debate that ensues when people begin considering whether or not new laws should be enforced in the trucking industry. But the debate tends to take on a more robust tone, and sometimes becomes borderline riotous, when the idea of enforcing personal lifestyle choices on drivers becomes the topic of debate. There are a number of trucking companies that have begun to enforce weight restrictions as a hiring criteria in recent years and I believe we’re going to hear a lot more about this in years to come, especially if the economy remains below par and the standard requirements for truck driving jobs remains higher than it has been in the past. The question is, should body mass index be allowed to be a criteria for hiring?
Understanding The Six CSA 2010 BASIC’s
There are six BASIC’s regarding the CSA 2010 implementation and one last measure called “Crash Indicator”. The CSA 2010 team developed the BASICs under the premise that commercial motor vehicle crashes can be traced to the behavior of motor carriers and/or drivers. Here is a list of all seven items, their definitions, and some examples of how they apply.
Could DOT Airline Rules Be A Model For New Trucking Laws?
It was just announced recently that the DOT has passed a law stating that airlines are only allowed to hold passengers on a plane on the tarmac for a maximum of three hours, after which carriers must deplane passengers or face fines. The rules also require airlines to provide food and water to passengers within two hours of a delay, keep the lavatories functional, and provide medical attention to passengers who may need it. How does this apply to the trucking industry? It doesn’t, yet. But it sure could lay the groundwork for some much-needed relief from a problem that has plagued the trucking industry for many years.
