Log trucks and similar vehicles are commonplace in forestry operations. They are essential to keeping operations moving. However, improper use of these vehicles can result in deadly rollover accidents.
Here are some ways to mitigate the risk of log truck rollovers and prevent accidents:
Vehicle rollovers can be caused by a number of activities, but are most often a result of the following:
Thankfully, log truck rollovers are fairly easy to prevent in most situations. Drivers should do the following in order to limit the chances of potentially deadly accidents:
Report safety issues to a supervisor immediately and keep in contact with transport management whenever you make a delivery.
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Keeping the above tips in mind can go a long way in preventing rollovers and injuries.
Download a copy of our “Safety Matters: Preventing Log Truck Rollovers” guide to keep as a reference and find out how to better protect your business: