This weeks safety tip is on idling. This segment is taken from the article "Trucking Safety". Click HERE to read the entire article.
IDLING
1. Do not let your truck idle for more than 5 minutes at a time as it is a waste of fuel.
2. Do not idle your truck while sleeping, loading or unloading. Not only does it burn fuel, it has also been linked to lung cancer in truck drivers.
3. When idling your vehicle, do not leave it unattended. This is how theft happens.
4. If idling is necessary, keep windows closed or wear a safety mask so as not to inhale too many fumes.
5. Idling may be necessary in temperatures below 20 degrees Fahrenheit to avoid fuel-gelling. This can be for as much as 10-20 minutes as necessary.
This is from "Trucking Safety" from The Trucker's Report.com
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