RAVEN TRANSPORT CO., INC.

SAFETY RULES

  1. When entering or exiting your cab and/or trailer, maintain three(3) point contact at all times. Do not jump from cab or trailer.
  2. When hooking or unhooking your trailer cords and hoses, be sure to stand on the deck plate. Do not balance yourself on the frame rails of the vehicle.
  3. Chock the front wheels of the trailer when dropping a trailer at a dock door.
  4. Keep windows and mirrors on your vehicle clean and free from obstruction at all times.
  5. Utilize proper lifting techniques at all times.
  6. Safely utilize manual material handling equipment whenever possible. Do not use power jacks or forklifts.
  7. No horseplay.
  8. Ensure your load is properly distributed and secure before you leave the customers location and throughout the trip.
  9. When opening the doors on your trailer, always open the door in a manner that keeps the door between you and the freight. Do not stand in front of the doorway when you open the doors.
  10. Before you begin your trip be sure that you have had the proper rest and have hours available to complete the trip.
  11. Ensure that your daily log is kept as to the last change of duty status.
  12. Always visually ensure the 5th wheel is secured to the trailer kingpin.
  13. Whenever reasonably possible, always push a load rather than pull.
  14. Report all accidents and/or injuries to your dispatcher immediately.
  15. Report spills of any kind to your dispatcher immediately.
  16. Always wear proper footwear. No leather sole shoe allowed.
  17. No smoking at a customers facility unless in the designated area. No smoking in the cab of any truck while hauling hazardous material.
  18. A D.O.T. prescribed pre-trip and post-trip is required at the beginning and end of everyday. Ensure that you have indicated such inspections on your daily log.
  19. Seat belts must be worn at all times while driving a company vehicle.
  20. The possession and/or use of any alcoholic beverage, non-prescription drugs (except over-the-counter drugs) and/or drug paraphernalia and/or alcohol is strictly prohibited on or in any company property.
  21. Observe posted speed limits at all times. The speed limit for all company properties is 5 MPH.