IDLE TALK
2530 Mitchell Street
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 524-5592
www.pembertontrucklines.com
Pemberton Truck Lines, Inc.
Driven by the Best
Driven to be the Best
CSA News
CSA Scores
"The only person you
should try to be better
than is the person you
were yesterday."
Unknown
Unsafe Driving Basic decreased from 29% to 22%
Crash Indicator increased from 53% to 78%
WE ARE IN ALERT STATUS FOR CRASHES
Hours of Service increased from 49% to 54%
Violations
Driving After 70 Hours On-Duty in an 8 Day Period
7 (severity) + 2 (OOS) x 3 (time) = 27 Points
Operating a CMV While Impaired by Fatigue
10 (severity) + 2 (OOS) x 3 (time) = 36 Points
Electronic Logs
We are within 4 months of conversion. If you have any questions regarding Elogs please contact Debbie @ ext. 167.
Reminders:
If you are using E-logs and have to move from one truck to another please let
Debbie know immediately.
All drivers on E-logs must have a DOT Quick Reference Guide available for
enforcement if requested.
September 2016
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Preventing Tractor-Trailer Rollovers
Pemberton Truck Lines, Inc. has seen a recent increase in Rollover Accidents.
The FMCSA conducted a "Large Truck Rollover Crash Causation Study", analyzing 239 crashes in which the
truck rolled over. Common causes (most relevant first) are listed below.
I. Failing to Adjust Speed
The most common cause of rollovers result from Driver Failure to Adjust Speed for Curves. Most of which
occurred on and off interstate ramps. When approaching curves and ramps, always reduce speed early and
at least 10 MPH below the posted cautionary speed.
II. Driver Inattention
Rollovers often result from having to make Sudden Direction Changes due to inattention.
Many result from the driver Dozing Off or Falling Asleep and then making sudden direction changes. Get
proper sleep. If you're tired stop and nap. Know the signs of Drowsiness. Eat regular, healthy meals. Limit
caffeine.
Use of cell phones and other electronic devices often result in making sudden direction changes. Abide by
the law. CMV drivers are prohibited from texting while driving. CMV drivers are prohibited from reaching for
a device, holding a mobile phone, or pressing multiple buttons. Studies show simply talking on a cell phone
is just as distracting as texting.
III. Steering Errors
Including over-steering to the point of rollover, not steering enough to stay in lane, and overcorrecting to
the point of having to counter-steer to remain on the roadway.
IV. Loads
Load shifting resulting in rollovers is a rapidly growing cause. Drivers must take ownership in knowing the
weight, height or security of the freight they haul. Even when the loading takes place before pick up.
Improper or lack of securement has become common.
Finally, you can avoid being in a rollover crash.
* Know what you are hauling and how it is loaded and secured.
* Go easy on the steering wheel.
* Stay off the phone
* Pay attention at all times, taking into account speed and curve warning signs.
* Adjust speed well below posted limits, particularly in curves and on ramps.
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August 2016 Safety Awards
The following drivers earned Safe Driving Awards:
10 Years
Ebert Curry
8 Years
Darryl Dishon
4 Years
Roger Flatford
Donald Linnell
2 Years
Timmie Sloan
Recent Million Miler Award Recipients
Thus far in 2016 we welcome two new Million Mile Safe Drivers:
Jon Fisher
Ebert Curry
Thank You for your commitment to Safety!
Avoiding Slip & Fall Injuries
Most Slip and Fall injuries can be avoided by following a few simple rules:
* THINK about what you are doing and how to do it safely.
Use the 3 -Point System when climbing
* Always face inward toward the truck or trailer
* Maintain steps and handholds (keep them clean and in good repair)
* Maintain 3 points of contact (3 of your 4 feet/hands should touch the unit at all times)
* Always climb slowly and cautiously
* Never jump from a tractor, trailer or dock
Climbing is an unavoidable, daily task in the life of a truck driver. Unfortunately, when we do
things on a regular basis, they become routine and we don’t think about what we are doing.
Climbing without thinking almost always results in a Slip and Fall Injury.
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August 2016 DOT Safety Inspections
The following drivers received a $50 bonus for completing a DOT Inspection with no violations:
Victor Smitherman
Earn More $ with Safety Training Programs
Don't Forget these great training opportunities:
Monthly Safety Training - Complete the Monthly Training Program and earn a $10 Pilot Gift Card!
Quarterly Safety Training - Complete our Quarterly Training Program (and meet all required criteria) and
earn a 1/2 cent per mile bonus for all miles driven each quarter!
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