Technology news and briefs for the week of Sept. 18, 2022:
Online driver training provider CarriersEdge has introduced a course to help drivers avoid injuries while performing tasks directly or indirectly related to operating a tanker.
Falls from climbing a tanker, using the catwalk or tripping over a hose are common causes of injuries for tanker drivers and can result in sprains, fractures or head injuries.
The “Tanker Injury Prevention” course focuses on risks associated with getting in and out of the cab, climbing on and off the tanker, securing the cargo and handling hoses while loading and unloading cargo.
The interactive module outlines the different aspects of the driver’s tanker-related duties, including specific examples and detailed steps.
Drivers will learn about the main causes of injuries when working around a tanker, the personal protective equipment needed when operating a tanker, common fall protection methods and learn how to use three points of contact around the vehicle and how to avoid injuries when working with hoses.
