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Carl Sveinson Editor Canadian Trucking Magazine A Few Random Thoughts.... Before I get start sharing my mindless ramblings, I have to share a joke that our new friend, Lucien, shared with us at Gloria’s. - A woman walks into the house and sees her husband sitting at the table with five dead flies. He is quite proud of himself and he proclaims to the wife that he killed three males, and two females. “How can you tell?” she asks. “Well” he replies, “The three males were on a beer can, the two females were on the phone.” Okay, I thought it was hilarious. First I would like to thank our friends Shelly, and Warren who had a couple ideas for articles for the magazine. We tried to get out to visit them and take photos of Shelly’s beautiful rare horses. Unfortunately we were running behind schedule, and had to keep running. If you folks want to see some beautiful horses, check out this web-site www.curlystandardplace.com. For those folks who are fans of Truck Rodeos, be sure to check for events in your province, as the events are going to be starting up in the next little while. If you have never had a chance to check out these spectacles, I highly recommend it. I have been involved in the Manitoba Truck Driving Championships for some time now, and have even had the good fortune to travel to Quebec City to watch a National Championship. At the time I was an office person, and organized our company’s team. As fate would have it, I had the good fortune to have a fellow by Canadian Trucking Magazine

the name of Ken Wiebe on our team. Kenny has won the Provincials several times, and recently won the Nationals in the Super-B division. So check with your provincial trucking association to find event dates. Perhaps you will catch the fever and decide to show off your skills. The Manitoba event is in Winnipeg, on June 27, 2009. The B.C. BC event will take place on Saturday, in Abbotsford, on June 27, 2009,and the Nationals will be held in Abbotsford, B.C. on September 11, 2009. Another joke from Lucien ….. You can tell we are having tough times when a lawyer has his hands in his own pockets! On another track, for those of you that frequent Facebook, CTM now has a page listed there. Feel free to join up and become a fan, and also be sure to post your thoughts. Dave and I monitor the site and often respond to people’s postings. We also use it like a blog to discuss issues that have arisen that we would like to bring up for discussion. Many drivers we met on our trip were surprised to hear that we had a website! They were not aware that the magazine is available online. Feel free to access the website to view the latest copy of the magazine. Until next time, drive safely!

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Driver to Driver The Carl and Dave Road Show! Dave MacKenzie Director of Client Services Canadian Trucking Magazine The April delivery run was a banner event. Carl and I took the show on the road, and everyone that saw us understood the enthusiasm we have for the magazine, as well as the transport industry. We traveled by kayak out of Winnipeg, until we cleared the flood zone, at which point we transferred to land yacht once we reached Brandon. Of course we had to stop

ing Jeremy her picture. We put the hammer down, and headed

in and visit Bev and Joyce at the Husky. Bev, who has served drivers there for over twenty years, has decided to hold off on retirement. Vic, the owner of the Husky, says that Bev and Joyce have shown up for work faithfully come rain or storm to ensure the drivers are looked after. From there we took off to Whitewood to hang out at the Petro. If you missed Kayla in last monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s issue here she is again, showCanadian Trucking Magazine

down the road to Moose Jaw, where Cory was in the store to take care of us. The location has easy access, lots of parking, and a good restaurant. Once we got to Calgary â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Carl was pouring May 2009

on the coal – we spent some time at the Roadking talking to drivers. Roxie at the

Shifters Restaurant told us to put a lot more magazines on their shelves, as they clear out pretty quickly. The Roadking is a great central location, with good rooms. Be sure to ask for a CTM room rate.

through for coffee. I hand Dave a five to cover the three buck bill, and told him to tell her to keep the change. She gave us our coffee, took the five, closed the window, and walked away. We looked at each other, laughed and figured it was a good thing I didn’t give her a twenty. Now that we are loaded with caffeine, we are ready to face the long, grey, concrete ribbon all the way to Sicamous. Yet another stellar stop along the way. This time we are able to corral Shirley in the restaurant. Shirley has served me breakfast many times during my Western runs. Jeff and Tanya, the owners of the Husky, remind us to be

We got a good start the next morning, stopping for an early lunch with our good friend Jeff Keighan, then headed for the rock pile. We got to Golden in record time……not going into details on that! While there we

careful around Shirley or you could end up being pet food for her cat!

stayed in the Selkirk inn, which is located conveniently across from the Husky. Be sure to once again ask for the CTM rate. Once we checked in we headed across for some dinner at the Husky, and I have to tell you, owners Bruce and Janie Omelchuk keep this stop in great shape. Stop in and say hello, tell them we sent you. Next morning, wipe the sleep from our eyes, head over to a coffee shop drive 8

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Once I have contributed to the B.C. lottery foundation’s bank account – Keno is the game of choice, we head down the road towards Kelowna. After loading up with fuel, and washing the vehicle, we grab a quick rest stop at the Husky in Kelowna. We quickly greet Kelly as he whisks by, busy as usual. Mar is tending to the cash register, so we share a few laughs, then head on our way. We arrive in Chilliwack just in time to share Canadian Trucking Magazine

a dinner with Gloria at Gloria’s Diner. Pictured with her are some of her close friends, Sonny, Lucien, along with Carl and me. We were fortunate to show up on Gloria’s birthday. So course we had to introduce Carl to Gloria’s meatloaf. Great dining. Feliz

so I will let him have the privilege. But I also want him awake! Next we head up number five to Clearwater to stay at the Wells Grey Inn, a must stop. Carl was impressed by the friendly atmosphere there. If you have the chance, stop in and ask to see the separate dining

cumpleaño, Gloria. (I hope I got that right!) We are staying at the Rainbow Inn while in Chilliwack. Soaking in the hot tub helps relieve the road aches, and helps get a good night sleep. Be sure to ask for the CTM rate when staying there. Next morning we are heading into the valley with Carl behind the wheel. We get up to Kamloops, and Nicole was there to help decide on a coffee for Carl. This loonie bugger loves driving through the snake pit,

area that is dedicated to Marilyn Monroe. It has walls adorned with numerous photos of her. If you run into this lady, be sure to get her to share some of her jokes with you. While you are there, enjoy a great meal, and you may as well enjoy a room at the

CTM discount. Grab your suit and hop into the hot tub, and relax for a while, you’ve earned it. Another good night’s rest and we are off to Canadian Trucking Magazine

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Edmonton. One of us grabbed a room at the Roadking, while the other spent the night at the West Edmonton Truckland. Dinner was great at the Roadking, and the

Truckland offered a great breakfast. Both facilities had lots of parking, and also offer great rooms with the CTM discount. Next it’s off ot Lloyminster for lunch at the Husky in our favorite border town. When

calm. Once relieved by emergency personnel, we continue on our way. Believe me when I say our thoughts were with the folks, and their families. We got into Saskatoon a little later later than planned, but it worked out well as we were able to run into some old friends at the Husky. Grumpy was their waiting for his copy of the magazine, and shortly after Slick walked in and joined the fertilizer spreading party! While in the truck stop, I ran across a lady named Charlotte, who was with Panther Transport, out of Ohio. She said she liked the magazine and wished we distributed in the U.S. Carl mentioned he was kind of sad to be heading home, as he was having a great time being back on the road again. He had better be careful, the diesel hasn’t completely run out of his veins yet. Before he knows it he will be in a truck showroom developing a long-term relationship with a banker!

we get there we find Russ filling propane bottle in the rain. Russ has been with this Husky for over 40 years, and in three different buildings. Dedication and experience you just don’t find these days. Next we head off to Stoon. Unfortunately we came across a serious motor vehicle collision at Radisson. Upon arrival we find that emergency equipment has not arrived yet, so me being a former RCMP officer, and Carl having first aid training, we pulled over to offer assistance until relieved. I get to work on the highway, slowing down traffic, and moving them to the other lane, while Carl was helping to keep the injured 10

Of course his wife Angela will probably beat those thoughts out of his head before it gets to that point. As we cross the border into Manitoba, we are now on the home stretch, and talking about plans for the next magazine. We are also talking about the great people we met on this trip. In the near future look for us to be touring together, doing truck stop promotions, and spreading the magazine across the country. In the mean time, see you in May!

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Words to .........live by?? Never argue with an idiot. The people watching might not know the difference. If you must choose between two evils, pick the one you've never tried before. On the keyboard of life, always keep one finger on the escape key. When you're laying in bed at night looking up at the stars, don't panic when you suddenly wonder "Where the heck is the ceiling?!" Remember, when someone annoys you, it takes 42 muscles in your face to frown. BUT, it only takes 4 muscles to extend your arm and SMaCK the idiot upside the head. Everyone has a photographic memory. Some just don't have film. Some people are like slinkies . . . not really good for anything, but you still can't help but giggle when you see one tumble down the stairs. The 50-50-90 rule: anytime you have a 50-50 chance of getting something right, there's a 90% probability you'll get it wrong. It is said that if you line up all the cars in the world end to end someone would be stupid enough to try and pass them. The real art of conversation is not only to say the right thing in the right place, but also to leave unsaid the wrong thing at the tempting moment. The easiest way to find something lost around the house is buy a replacement. If you can smile when things go wrong, you have someone in mind to blame. Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way, when you criticize them, you're a mile way and you have their shoes. Good judgment comes from bad experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgment. Canadian Trucking Magazine

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Down The Road By Drew Thornson The Many Roads We Run The recent introduction by Ontario, of MANDATORY Electronic Speed Limiters, has begun quite a stir out here. Lately it seems to be the focus of many a conversation over a cup of coffee, with darn near every driver I happen to meet! Now that alone would be a bit unusual, but I’m even talking about our American brother drivers! It reminds me of the Reagan years, and the old double nickel, (55MPH for you newer folks!) The argument back then was not just about road safety, but fuel economy. (Good old OIL WARS!) Now as I recollect, it was an utter failure at that time! It seems that now, both the Ontario and Quebec Provincial governments seem to be of the opinions that by creating this new Legislation, they will be sending the message to the voting public that they are going above and beyond to reduce accident rates in their home provinces. (My guess is that some of them just might want to get re-elected. And they might see Canadian Trucking Magazine

Now I started out over the road more than 35 years ago. And YES!! I have seen far too many accidents! I’m sad to say, most of those that I have seen personally, in my opinion could have been easily avoided! I would also like to add, most of the Law Enforcement agencies and Insurance people that I have had the chance to talk to, have the same opinion! I personally think there are a few reasons for the number of accidents, and even sadder, the huge loss of lives on some of our highways. Oddly, they have very little to do with trucks driving over the speed limit! First thing! FATIGUE!!!! Driver fatigue is the one of the leading causes of ALL accidents! It ranks right up alongside the DRUNK DRIVER! I’m sure that anybody that has driven along Hwy 11 or 17 has seen those signs telling you ``If you snooze you lose! `` Well I couldn’t agree more! My question is why not have more rest areas??? There are stretches of those roads that go on for over 200 miles, that don’t have so much as a sanctioned pull-off for a big truck! (I actually had an Ontario Provincial Police officer tell me that I couldn’t park in a snow-plow turn around in the middle of summer just last year!) Now add to that, the fact that darn near the entire length of both is only 2 lanes wide, and with soft gravel shoulder on top May 2009

of it all! You can almost count the number of three lanes for passing on ONE hand from Barrie to the Manitoba border! Now that in itself is bad enough, but when the snow starts to fly,,,, well it just seems that those roads seem to shrink even more! Most of us out here have seen the enormous growth In the number of big trucks out on those roads over the last 20 or so years! (The real scary part is the number of novice drivers running them!) I’m sure that we all have those stories about running along and coming head on to another truck part way into YOUR lane! That’s the sort of thing that makes the headlines that none of us ever want to hear about! Now add to that the incredibly poor conditions of those highways in the first place! I’ve been on darn near ever chunk of Interstate, State and US Highway, and pretty much all of the Trans-Canada (not to mention Provincial highways Winter roads and Lakes, plus some that I shouldn’t have been on in the first place, in Canada and the US) I am hard pressed to think of worse physical road conditions than those have! You would think with all the money that the Highways Department spends moving sink holes from one spot to another they might just pave those shoulder sections while they are there? Eventually the whole shebang would be done!

getting the daylights pounded out of you and your equipment! (Also a HUGE contributor to mechanical break-downs! Just another cost shouldered by the driver!) I have often wondered if the folks that make the decisions in Ontario actually KNOW what they are deciding about?? Lets try something here. I challenge the Ontario Minister of Transportation, Jim Bradley, to actually go from one end of his great province to the other in a tractor trailer!! Let him see for himself the problems, and the PERILS we each have to face each day. I will even go one better, Mr. Bradley. I will carry you in MY OWN truck. One way, I will even pay for your meals as a courtesy to the Ontario taxpayer! Now I could go on about this subject for weeks, but I think that the Publisher will run out of room in this magazine! Until next month folks, just keep safe out there! If you have any comments, or suggestions for Drew, e-mail him at Drew@canadiantruckingmagazine.ca

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Now we seem to have gotten past the driver shortage, now drivers and people who are not experienced are out looking for driver jobs due to the job shortages understandably, just please be careful out there!

Dawn Truell President Cross Border Services The World Trade Organization is pushing people and companies to buy locally, if we as Canadians would do that we would provide jobs and job security to our fellow Canadians. The World Customs Organization noted in the Safe Framework of Standards the increased concern with respect to acts of international terrorism and organized crime and the importance and vulnerability of global trade. I cannot reiterate enough to you all the importance for our Canadian businesses and Global Trade to continue our businesses here in Canada, the compliance of the programs that increase our awareness, and our security for ourselves and our futures. Please contact me for advice with these programs, as I will guide you in the right directions.www.crossborderservices.org crossborderservices@cogeco.net Canadian Trucking Magazine

Ensure you get the drivers to gain their Criminal Record Checks, FAST Cards or CDRP Cards if domestic only. Even if you have your C-TPAT, PIP, CSA, with FAST approved drivers, here are some examples with things that can happen even with your compliancy approvals, just please be careful with whom you hire! If you need advice, whether you are a company or a driver, please contact me as this situation is beginning to get out of control. The Canada Border Services Agency at the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor, Ontario, seized 78 kilos of cocaine worth an estimated street value of $9.8 million. The drugs were found on March 19, 2009, during the examination of a tractor-trailer destined for Toronto. The tractor-trailer was carrying a load of oranges, and officers found a total of 69 bricks of cocaine inside two orange crates. CBSA officers arrested Thomas Qualls, a U.S. citizen wanted in New York State for fraud crimes. He had been profiled on Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Wanted. The arrest was made by enforcement officers from the May 2009

CBSA Investigations Section in downtown MontrĂŠal on March 17, following a joint investigation with the United States Marshals Service. CBP officers at the Laredo Port of Entry were conducting outbound operations this Easter weekend and seized $1 million in undeclared currency from a driver enrolled in a trusted shipper program. The seizure occurred about 2 p.m. on April 11, 2009 at World Trade Bridge. A 1999 Freightliner tractor hauling a shipment of appliances driven by a 26-year-old from Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico was sent for a secondary examination. The driver gave a negative declaration for currency in excess of $10,000, weapons or ammunition. A routine inspection of the tractor cab resulted in a canine alert to the mattress in the sleeper cab area. Upon visual inspection of the area revealed tape-wrapped bundles revealing U. S. currency, the bundles contained $1,000,035 in undeclared currency. CBP officers seized 9,084 pounds of marijuana in a single bust Wednesday at the El Paso port of entry. The drugs were hidden in a commercial shipment of auto parts in a 1995 GMC tractor 16

that had entered the bridge through the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lane hauling a 1999 Utility trailer laden with a shipment of auto parts for secondary inspection. The estimated street value of the seized marijuana is $7,267,200. CBP officers conducted an intensive examination of the tractor trailer at the cargo dock and discovered bundles commingled with the shipment of auto parts. CBP officers removed 6,640 bundles containing a total of 9,084 pounds of marijuana from the trailer.

On April 11, 2009 CBP officers at JFK International Airport seized almost 1,200 carats in diamonds. The 28 rough diamonds originated from Sierra Leone and were seized because they did not have Kimberley Certificates which are required by the Clean Diamond Trade Act. The diamonds had a declared value of more than $800,000. Two U.S. jewelers, arriving from Sierra Leone via London, declared that they were transporting rough diamonds and 57 pounds of gold dust. They were re-

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ferred for a baggage exam to verify proper documentation for entry. Unset stones are generally duty free when imported from most countries; however, a formal entry must be filed on all rough diamonds and all required documents must be available for inspection. CBP officers find 28 rough cut diamonds arriving with a passenger from Sierra Leone. The two individuals were unable to produce the required Kimberley Certificates, and consequently their shipment

of diamonds was seized. These individuals were released with their shipment of gold dust. April 16, 2009 Border Patrol agents assigned to Sumas Station discovered 149 pounds of “B.C. Bud” marijuana with an estimated street value of nearly $750,000. Suspicious activity led BorCanadian Trucking Magazine

der Patrol agents to an area where they discovered three large duffel bags containing multiple individually wrapped packages of marijuana. Border Patrol agents notified the Royal Canadian Mounted Police that the individuals thought to be transporting the narcotics may have fled into Canada. After searching the heavily wooded area for more than three hours, Border Patrol agents apprehended one individual. Canadian authorities also apprehended another subject on the Canadian side of the international boundary.

Duffle bags full of “B.C. Bud” are discovered near Sumas, Wash. For further information please contact: crossborderservices@cogeco.net www.crossborderservices.org

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Mission: Women In Trucking was established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women in trucking. The organization is an active group that finds opportunities to promote the accomplishments of women in the industry. This organization has been created for you, both men and women, who are either involved in the industry, or have a career interest in being a part of one of the largest networks of professionals in North America. Nearly one out of fourteen workers are already employed in jobs that support the transportation industry, but the need for drivers and other trucking professionals continues to increase. You can become a member of Women in Trucking by completing the application. Your support of this non-profit organization will help us provide the needed resources to encourage women to become employed in the trucking industry. Additionally, your dues will help us to motivate the transportation industry to look closely at any obstacles that might prevent women (and men) from considering a career in trucking. Our goal is to provide a greater understanding of some of the special challenges women face on the road. From restroom parity at loading docks, to ergonomically designed cabs in the trucks, women often find themselves faced with obstacles that might not be obvious to those who found them acceptable in the past. Thank you for your interest in Women In Trucking. We look forward to serving you and supporting your career in the transportation industry. Ellen Voie President/CEO Women In Trucking PO Box 400 Plover, WI 54467-0400 1-888-GO4-WITA (1.888.464.9482)

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Ellen Voie CaE President/CEO Women In Trucking, Inc Something to smile about…. These past few months have been challenging for all of us in the trucking industry. With all the bad news about the economy, employment and consumer prices, we need something to lift our spirits. Instead of focusing on the world around us, sometimes it helps to look inward at what makes us happy. Being mindful of ourselves means that we are fully aware of the present moment and paying attention to what we are experiencing. Recently I asked members of Women In Trucking for some things that make them smile. These are some of life’s simple pleasures. Sometimes we need to remind ourselves that life is still full of little delights that brighten our days. So, I would like to share some of these thoughts that will hopefully give you a reason to smile…

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Snuggling up with my dog and my book in the cab of the truck. Hearing your dispatcher say “nice job!” Greeting my spouse after being on the road all week. Really good dark chocolate. A long, hot shower. A nice meal with friends. Having your new boss say, “we’re not going to bother with a road test,” because I worked for him at another company. Homegrown tomatoes right off the vine. My dispatcher telling me to deliver at 9 am instead of 6 am. Lying in bed listening to the rain and realizing that it’s your day off. Dry roads, clear sky, and light traffic. A freshly-made bed (bunk!) Walking my dog and watching her smell the air. My boyfriend’s smile when he holds the door open for me. Catching the DOT at something they interpreted incorrectly. A phone call from a dear friend. Delivering a load when your dispatcher didn’t think you could make it. Being able to fix someone else's computer because yours had the same problem. Finding a $20 bill in your jacket pocket. A free dessert at the truck stop restaurant. Sharing a cup of coffee with a friend. Running into an acquaintance and finding out she's going to the same delivery place so you can run together. Getting a load that is near your grandma's house. Hearing another driver compliment you on May 2009

your backing ability. A two-day layover when a snowstorm is forecast. A referral bonus because a driver remembered to write down your name. Fresh, hot coffee on a chilly morning. Bumping the dock on the first try from a 90-degree angle. A free company jacket. Sometimes we just need a reminder that life’s simple pleasures are right in front of us and all we need to do is to be aware or mindful of how they make us feel. An article by Amanda Morin of eHow.com suggests the following guidelines to help us enjoy life’s simple pleasures. Step 1: Remember to breathe. Morin claims that many of us don’t slow down enough to feel the air flow in and out of our bodies. Feel your lungs fill with air and let it out slowly.

Step 3: Learn to take your time when eating. Chew slowly and let the flavors arouse your senses. Think about that dark chocolate candy and how one small piece melting in your mouth can be a simple pleasure. Step 4: Don’t let little things get to you. Remember, you control your emotions. Don’t allow others to change your cheerful outlook. Try to find something positive in each negative annoyance or just learn to laugh when you’re getting frustrated. It’s hard to be angry when you are laughing out loud! Step 5: Change your perspective and learn what others find to be a simple pleasure. Maybe a cup of fresh hot coffee isn’t right for you but some hot cocoa or an iced tea makes your friends happy. Start your own list of things that make you smile. Today, let’s learn to look on the sunny side and savor simple pleasures.

Step 2: Look for positive news. Often there are human interest stories in the newspaper or on television. There are positive things happening in the trucking industry, not only at Women In Trucking, but also with Trucker Buddy (www.truckerbuddy.org <http://www.truckerbuddy.org> ), St. Christopher’s Fund ( w w w. t r u c k e r s f u n d . c o m <http://www.truckersfund.com/> ), and Transport for Christ (www.transportforchrist.org <http://www.transportforchrist.org/> ).

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Quotablesâ&#x20AC;? a man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life. - Charles Darwin a diplomat is a man who always remembers a woman's birthday but never remembers her age. - Robert Frost I met this wonderful girl at Macy's. She was buying clothes and I was putting slinkies on the escalator. - Steven Wright She said she was approaching forty, and I couldn't help wondering from what direction. - Bob Hope I told my psychiatrist that everyone hates me. He said I was being ridiculous - everyone hasn't met me yet. - Rodney Dangerfield I don't know why I should have to learn algebra... I'm never likely to go there. - Billy Connolly a study of economics usually reveals that the best time to buy anything is last year. - Marty allen I want my children to have all the things I couldn't afford. Then I want to move in with them. - Phyllis Diller a man who carries a cat by the tail learns something he can learn in no other way. - Mark Twain I don't worry about terrorism. I was married for two years. - Sam Kinison 22

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Carl Edwards, driver of the No. 99 Claritin Ford, wasn't about to let a last-lap crash ruin his chances of finishing the NaSCaR Sprint Cup Series aaron's 499 at Talladega Superspeedway on Sunday. He got out of his car and ran to cross the finish line. (Photo Credit: Jerry Markland/Getty Images for NaSCaR)

Properly trained drivers key to road safety and a successful trucking operation Every day in North America, thousands of semi-trailers take to the roadways hauling freight tens of thousands of kilometres. With each load there are hundreds of thousands of dollars invested for not only the company, but also the owner operator. With this type of financial investment on the line, it makes sense to have a qualified operator behind the wheel. Manitoba Public Insurance launched its Entry Level Professional Truck Driver Training Program to help the industry fill this need. Trucking companies insured by Manitoba Public Insurance sSpecial Risk Extension are eligible to be sponsors of the program and eventually hire qualified graduates as professional drivers. The program has been operational for one year, and is catching the attention of more aspiring professional drivers than ever before. It offers eligible Manitoba applicants the opportunity to receive quality training and 100 per cent tuition funding. One of the first graduates from the program was Peter Protzek. When he celebrated his 55th birthday, permanent retirement was the last thought on Protzek smind. His mind was set on changing careers, so he entered the Entry Level Professional Truck Driver Training Program. I d alwayshad an interest in long-distance truck driving, he remembers. When I retired I thought what better time to learn than now. I wasn t ready to stay at home and watch time go by. The programwasinteresting, but certainly very challenging, admitsProtzek, who is now employed in the trucking industry. The program sintensive training has provided Protzek with the necessary skills to competently handle his rig and ensure his cargo is delivered in a safe and timely fashion. Entry into the program is straightforward: Once applicants are approved into the program they seek out a sponsorship from one of the program sparticipating trucking companies through a job interview process. The program gives partic26

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ipating trucking companies the choice of qualified applicants they would like to sponsor. Once sponsorship has been secured, the applicants are sent to one of the training schools to begin the program. Depending on the instructor to student ratio, trainees receive 240 to 320 hours of classroom, in-lab and in-cab instruction from an approved driving school. The program also consists of pretrip inspections, air-brake instruction and in-cab instruction. Every day there ssomething new to learn, saysProtzek. It can be very intense and demanding, but the programreally preparesyou for when the time comesto hit the road. Protzek vividly remembershisfirst solo trip. I wasintimidated for sure, but once I got going, I kept thinking about what I had learned in class and with my instructor. With trucking companies striving to stay profitable, many expectations and responsibilities rest with the person behind the wheel of the rig. Companies that take the opportunity to invest in drivers benefit in a number of ways: cargo reaches its destination on time and undamaged, and the semi-trailer unit is driven in a safe and responsible manner. Companies or potential candidates wanting more information about Manitoba Public Insurance sEntry Level Professional Truck Driver Training Program can be found at www.mpi.mb.ca

Wendy Elias-Lopez Manitoba Trucking Association 25 Bunting Street Winnipeg, MB R2X 2P5 Phone: (204) 632-6600

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on track. In the US, 4Refuel Fuel An-

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alyst Bob van der Valk believes fossil fuels will continue to be the number

Times are tough and money is tight. So

one fuel despite President Obama’s

like most companies affected by the

“Green Plan” to develop new sources

global economy, survival takes priority

of power including flex-fuel powered

over being the next environmental

vehicles. He reports, “In January 2009,

hero. How can you invest the time and

the Senate Finance Committee ap-

money necessary to make our planet

proved $31 billion in tax credits and fi-

greener while your company is strug-

nancial incentives to boost alternative

gling? It’s no secret that many “green”

energy supplies and promote conserva-

initiatives require massive capital ex-

tion. The movement has started but

penditures and changes in policies by

there are huge obstacles to overcome.

government, but is there a green solu-

President Obama, with Congressional

tion that actually saves you money.

approval, will have to increase taxes on gasoline and diesel fuel in order to cre-

On both sides of the border, the envi34

ate the necessary cash to pay for all the

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projects he is proposing in order to become energy independent.” Mr. van der Valk points out, “One of the ways to raise financing will be to increase the present Federal Road Excise Tax on gasoline and diesel. The National Surface Transportation Infrastructure Financing Commission has already recommended an increase of 10 cents per-gallon on gasoline and 14 cents per gallon on diesel, as well as indexing the federal excise tax to inflation. During their meeting on February 26, 2009, the panel also backed the adoption of a controversial system to begin charging motorists based on how many miles they drive by the year 2020. However, this plan may not be seen through to fruition because President Obama has already stated his opposition.” Seems complicated doesn’t it? And with all this stuff hitting the fan in a bad economy, you get the feeling our environment will get pushed to the back burner. However, while governments figure out what the new policies will be and knowing that it will take years, possibly a decade, before we see results, you can make a difference today. You can adopt a new Clean Air Strategy for FREE and in fact it can pay you Canadian Trucking Magazine

CASH BACK. Your business relies on fuel. In fact it is the number one cost for most companies behind labour. You can’t do without it, but you can cut the amount of fuel you consume and when you do you will eliminate hundreds of thousands of kilograms of toxic air pollutants. A new Clean Air Strategy starts with assessing your needs. Are you travelling to and from card-locks or a central refuelling station? The extra mileage wastes fuel and causes unnecessary emissions. Wheel to wheel refuelling will cut both. When tanker trucks refuel your equipment while idle it improves your productivity too, eliminating on average 20 minutes per fill. Are you managing your fleet effectively? Until you know exactly where each drop of fuel is going you can’t make any changes to cut consumption. Telematics and data capture technology is available to measure the key operating information. When you know how much fuel each piece of equipment consumes you have real data you can use to make decisions and changes in your day to day operations. Things like time spent idling are important to monitor because they cause pollution. May 2009

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Another solution is considering the use of biodiesel as part of your fuel mix. Biodiesel is a mix of traditional diesel fuel with renewable vegetable oils and rendered fats. If you start by using a B20 blend, (20% biodiesel) you can expect approximately a 15% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. And biodiesel does not require any expensive engine conversion either. One more point. You can eliminate wasted fuel and pollutants quickly and without any cost by simply educating your drivers and equipment operators. Once they know the effect they are having on the environment changes can be made. You can also start a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Green Rewardâ&#x20AC;? program for the best operator each month. It builds morale, keeps everyone on track and it is free to do. And did I say your new Clean Air Strategy pays you cash back too? Every time you cut wasted fuel it saves you money. If you do some simple math you can calculate how much you will save. You can easily enjoy a 10% reduction in fuel consumption and toxic emissions. Look at your fuel bill for the month. Could you use that 10% for other projects, or would you just use it to cut your bottom line operating expenses? Now, get back to work. There is a new Canadian Trucking Magazine

economy emerging and we will all be a part of it. And while governments and politicians wrestle with environmental issues, we can move forward building our businesses, saving money and helping improve the air we breathe. Jack Lee is the President and CEO of 4Refuel Inc, The Leader in Fuel Management. If you have any questions or comments about this article Jack can be reached at (604) 513-0386 or on line: AskthefuelExpert@4refuel.com

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The Better Half angie Dola Client Services Canadian Trucking Magazine Hello to all! It certainly has been a while since we last talked. Due to an overwhelming response to the helpful tips, to or from the better half, one of the more popular ideas a lot of you had was how to take care of your driver from thousands of miles away. A few ideas that were mentioned were not only great health-wise ideas, but also a way to cut back on unneeded costs, or too many restaurant meals. As many of you know, when hunger calls, or time restraints have you tied, grabbing the fastest food around is usually the first choice. It may be cheap, but how good is it for you? Not very. Sure, buffets may be cheap and with all the food you could ever dream about, all of your favourite meal items and desserts, but that is the easiest way to over indulge, and not very healthy considering you will be sitting down and not moving for the next 7 hours. A buffet is an assortment of food, not a challenge to get your monies worth. Here are some cost effective ways to help your driver get the most out of their fast paced, or time restrained schedule, and a sure way to let your driver know that they are loved even when you are not there. There is nothing like a good home cooked meal, especially when they are not at home. A lot of trucks these days are equipped with fridges and microwaves, so why not put them to use. Packing several pre-portioned meals, and filling your 38

driver’s fridge before they leaves will ensure that even when they have a hot load on board they can always eat healthy and immediately. If you compare cheap fast food to heart healthy home cooking at your finger tips, I know which choice my driver always chose! Hint: it wasn’t the cheap restaurant food! Here is one of many healthy delicious recipes I will be providing over a period of time that you can use to stock your driver’s fridge with love from home. They might even lose a couple of unwanted pounds while getting to indulge in your home cooking! Remember, even if your driver is out on the road for a week or more at a time, if you pack enough meals for 3 or 4 days, it will still be good and it is better to eat 4 days of healthy meals vs. 7 days of unhealthy fattening, cholesterol rising meals. You can even date each container to help your driver to eat what may spoil sooner than other prepared dishes. This month I have included a low carb meal. Next month I will include a diabetic friendly meal and the following month, one dessert. I hope these help to keep our driver healthy and have long life to come home to our loving and waiting arms! (Low Carb) Rosemary Steak (Makes 4 servings, just pop the extras in the freezer for trips to come)z 4 boneless top loin beef steaks or New York

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strip steaks (about 6 oz. each) 2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper Â˝ teaspoon salt Fresh rosemary sprigs

rub mixture onto surface of meat. Cover and refrigerate at least 15 minutes. Grill steaks over medium-hot grill for about 4 minutes per side until medium-rare or desired doneness. Cut steaks diagonally into Â˝ inch thick slices. Garnish with rosmary sprigs. Serve with steamed veggies or a separately wrapped side salad and there your driver has it! A tasty healthy home cooked meal to pop into their microwave and fill their hunger with your devotion to a healthy partner.

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What drivers should consider when choosing a company “The 6 Items of a Complete Package” As a professional driver it’s up to you to decide which company will best meet your career needs. In this article we will discuss the 6 items that make up the “Total Package.” In the past some drivers thought it to be enough to ask how much do you pay and when will I get home. That limited analysis of a carrier’s compensation package can lead to a big surprise when you look at your net take home pay. When a driver calls a trucking company the Recruiters job is two fold: Sell you on the company and qualify you as a driver. A drivers’ job on the recruiting call is two fold: Sell yourself to the company and make sure the company is right for you. Item 1 – “Appreciation and Respect” is listed by drivers as the number 1 reason for leaving a company. It doesn’t matter how much you make if you’re not treated like you want to be treated. Drivers spend too much 50

time away from home to work for a company that doesn’t appreciate the sacrifices they make. An idea of how a company treats their drivers can be gained from several sources. First, talk to their current drivers. Second, how do they treat you on the recruiting call? Do they treat you like a number or a person? Item 2 – “Compensation Package” You’ve got to look at the full package related to pay per mile, license, permits, accessorial pay, and insurance cost. Many carriers offer Bonuses for Fuel Mileage, On-Time Delivery, Accident Free Driving, and Productivity. Drivers should inquire into how many of the carriers current drivers achieved the bonuses in the last month. Achievable bonuses can be a great way for drivers who put forth a little extra effort to make a lot more money. Item 3 – “Home Time” many carriers offer a variety of runs. You can

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pick from Local, Regional and Long Haul operations. Two things will usually be affected depending on the type of run you pick: Home Time and Take Home Pay. Long Haul drivers usually gross more money per month. In considering which type of operation is right for you and what you can afford to give up in gross pay per month for the ability to be home more you have to consider road expenses. Local drivers incur less road expenses by not having to purchase meals out every day. This alone can save you over $150 a week. Item 4 – “Back Office Support” can take a lot of pressure off you for reporting and paying governmental fees. It can also help you with compiling your P & L Item 5 - “Type of Commodity” being hauled will dictate the difficulty of the job. This will go hand in hand with the type of equipment driven and pulled. Each commodity has its inherent pros and cons. It’s up to you to decide which type of operation is right for you.

are other benefits carriers can offer in addition to the ones listed above. For instance, several carriers are paying for XM Satellite Radio for all their drivers. Another carrier is offering WiFi compatible laptops at a substantially reduced price to all their drivers. Making the right employment decision will make all the difference in your career and ultimately retirement. Every time you change jobs you will lose a minimum of one weeks pay, you start over on seniority, and you have to learn a new carrier and its operating procedures. Over the course of your career this will make a major difference in your earning potential and quality of life. This article was written by Kelly Anderson, President of Impact. Impact is an independent consulting firm specializing in Driver Recruitment and Retention issues in the transportation industry. Kelly can be reached at 417-451-0853 or kelly@impacttrans.com.

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CANADIAN HOURS OF SERVICE SUMMARY Driving/On-Duty Time

- A driver cannot drive after being on duty for 14 hours in a day, unless the driver is deferring off-duty time to the next day. - The driver also must not drive exceed 13 hours of drive time in a day. - The driver cannot drive after the 16 hour window has ex pired. - The driver may not start a new work shift unless 8 con secutive hours off-duty have been completed.

Off-Duty Time

- Drivers are required to take at least 10 hours off-duty time each day. - At least 8 consecutive hours of off-duty must be taken be fore commencing the driver’s work shift. The 2 additional hours of off-duty time can be taken in minimum 30 minute increments. A period of off-duty that is 15 minutes or less must be logged as on-duty.

Splitting the Sleeper Time - A single driver is allowed to split the sleeper berth time into two breaks, providing that the two breaks equal 10 hours, and that neither split is less than two hours in length. - Team drivers are allowed to split sleeper time into 2 breaks as well, but the total time taken must be at least 8 hours, The 2 breaks must each be 4 hours in length, and the additional 2 hours must be taken during the day in minimum 30 minute breaks. It is acceptable for the driv ers to take the breaks in the sleeper berth. 16 Hour window

- A driver may not drive after 16 hours after the work shift began. If the driver started a shift at 6:00 a.m., all driving, and other on-duty activities must be completed by 10:00 p.m.

Off-duty deferral

- Providing the driver has taken 8 consecutive hours of off-duty time, the 2 hour time remaining can be delayed until the next day. Total driving time for the 2 days must not exceed 26 hours, and total off-duty time must equal at least 20 hours.

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