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NAVEEN NAV- EDITOR nav@thetruckingnetwork.ca Shaun Cumer Copy Editor Sandy Alk Account Executive
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Glenn Caldwell, Ray J Haight, Tony Hayton, Siphiwe Baleka, Ellen Voie, Rod Stiller, Dave Raynsford, Andrea Morley, Doug Harris, Daryl Sanderson, Jim Sweeney, Matt Richardson, Najib Iqbal, Dennis Knight, Sim Howell and Jordan Donsky PUNJABI TRANSLATOR Shameel Jasvir
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JULY, 2016 Western Edition
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Industry News
17 To 23 Punjabi News 25 Panama- A game changer for U.S. trucking
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27 Skin Cancer & UV Exposure While Driving
Today’s Trucking and What is the state of Todays Owner Operators!
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29 David Bradley receives MTO Partner Award 31 Managing Stress on the Road 33 Major highway projects underway for Ontario 34 Overwhelming Options 37 Toughest states for hours of service violations in US
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Industry reacts:
Federal Excise Tax changes
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he diesel fuel exemptions for Temperature Control Units and PTO will be eliminated with the enforcement of the planned changes to the Federal Excise Tax (FET). According to the Canadian Trucking Alliance, as of July 1, the changes will have a great impact on the annual refunds per tractortrailer of $800 to $1000. The Excise Tax is usually focused on the volume and not the energy content. The energy content provided by one gallon of diesel requires 1.7 gallons of LNG to provide the same energy content. Excise tax of 24.3 cents per gallon applied to both diesel and LNG but the reforms will see to it that the rate of tax of LNG is reduced to 14.1 cents per gallon. This makes LNG more attractive the diesel especially in regional and super-regional applications. Gene Orlick, chairman, expressed his disappointment as he stated that the decision to drop this rebate is because another industry (airlines) abused the system, making unique claims for lighting and other electricity in their operations. David Jaskolski, Pivotal LNG’s Senior Accountant Manager, stated that one of the things that held LNG back is the fact that it was charged per gallon basis while it took 1.7 LNG gallons to provide equivalent energy content of one diesel gallon. This meant that it was paying more in Federal Excise Tax which made it had considering the disparity between diesel and LNG. According to CTA briefing, when Federal Excise Tax was introduced to diesel in 1982, it was solely meant to be applied to transportation fuel. Additionally, the tax was intended to be imposed on luxurious goods and products such as tobacco, jewelry, and alcohol. Imposing FET on basic provision such as food, pharmaceuticals, and shelter will increase the cost and also the elimination of FET on temperature controlled and PTO units will increase the cost of transportation thus increasing the basic provision cost of vital
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products that families depend on. Heating oil The laws will limit the scope at which the relief for fuels is extended. The relief will now only be exerted exclusively on fuel consumption at home used to provide heat, building or similar structure and not in generating heat in industrial processes as it was in the previous state. Generating Electricity The changes propose that restrictions are imposed to the exemptions so that it will not apply to fuel used to produce electricity in any vehicle regardless of the purpose of the use of that electricity. This is contrary to the previous regulations that exempted excise tax on fuel used in or by a vehicle to generate electricity if more than half of the produced electricity was used in something else rather than the operation of the vehicle. CTA stated that the subjection of FET on Auxiliary Power Units by the proposed amendments is wrong. This is because many truck drivers who travel for long distance use their cabins as their shelters and home. This bring a dilemma in the proposed amendments as this cabin are the homes of these truck drivers when they are on the road and the laws exempt any FET being imposed to fuel consumptions used at home to generate heat and electricity. CTA cited equipment have separate tanks and meters which makes auditing by Canada Revenue Authority easily unlike in other industries where they have a hard time to audit the claims. They also suggested that instead of using a blanket policy that will advantage other industries, they should identify and impose direct sanctions to sectors with problems in methodologies or technologies. Naveen Nav Editor
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EXPERTS: ELD Mandate Likely Withstands Coming Legal Challenges
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he seemingly inevitable U.S. regulatory mandate demanding the installation of Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) on all registered American commercial trucks in ongoing service has been several years in its making. Brandon Wiseman, an attorney in the employ of Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary, P.C., predicted during a June 16 Commercial Carrier Journal webinar that a recent Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) legal challenge isn’t likely to make a dent in its momentum. At the earliest, Wiseman said, the presiding Seventh Circuit appeals court won’t get around to a ruling until sometime next year. He doesn’t see any action OOIDA could take through its lawsuit impacting the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s planned Dec. 18, 2017 effective date, a target the FMCSA has locked onto since publishing its final ELD rule in December 2015. The published rule was followed in short order by OOIDA filing a Seventh Circuit court of appeals suit arguing that the mandate didn’t contain adequate safeguards against driver harassment. The suit has essentially been a continuation of a
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2010 lawsuit filed by OOIDA to stymie a previous FMCSA attempt to require Electronic Onboard Recorders (EOBR) accompanying all commercial drivers. OOIDA argued at the time that the EOBR mandate opened a potentially dangerous door to fleet managers harassing drivers to encourage violating existing hours-of-service rules. The legal battle was a success. The Seventh Circuit threw out the EOBR mandate in 2011, ruling in OOIDA’s favor. Continued on page 39
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FMCSA Fires Back Response To OOIDA In Latest ELD Mandate Battle
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t’s an old dance between the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) and the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) with the impact of a long-debated Electronic Device (ELD) mandate on North American truck drivers hanging in the balance. In the wake of OOIDA’s latest Seventh District Court of Appeals challenge to the constitutionality of the FMCSA’s final rule, the federal regulatory agency has fired back a 60-page response defending the mandate’s costbenefit analysis down to six fundamental arguments. The FMCSA’s final rule would make it mandatory for all licensed commercial truck drivers legally required to keep duty status records to fit their rigs with ELDs monitoring their hours-of-service
compliance no later than Dec. 18, 2017. After OOIDA filed a lawsuit alleging that the mandate critically infringes upon truckers’ legally acknowledged constitutional rights to privacy, the FMCSA delivered an official response on the exact 60-day June 15 deadline appointed by the court countering that the final rule stands to prevent an estimated 26 lives and 1,844 crashes annually while significantly strengthening compliance - all without infringing upon anyone’s constitutional rights. The half-dozen points making up the
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foundation of the FMCSA’s defense: • The agency drafted the mandate issued in 2015 as requested by Congress, with nothing more or less than what legislators asked. • Hours-of-service compliance will improve because ELDs will track duty hours more reliably than paper logs. • Judging from the FMCSA’s own cost-benefit analysis, the final rule will likely reduce crashes. • The rule’s adjudication protocols will safeguard drivers’ personal records and data while setting up an explicit process through which drivers may file complaints against carriers. • ELDs can be deployed by carriers without violating constitutional illegal search and seizure protections. • The FMCSA took care in drafting the rule to address concerns about potential trucker harassment from carriers that cost the agency a previous Seventh Circuit lawsuit brought by OOIDA. Continued on page 39
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US Regulators Analyzing Shipper Delay Tactics
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n audit on consignee and shipper is set to begin to monitor the delays in loading and unloading at the docks. The audit will be carried out by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. This is as a result of the U.S regulators attempt in taking further action to make legislation on the detention of truck drivers by shippers and their clients. The audit will used as a basis of reference in future rulemaking as the data collected will entail information on weighing the possible effects of delayed loading and unloading to the truck drivers fatigue and possible crash risks. This is in line with Act of 2015 of Fixing America’s Surface Transportation.
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Industry News
Alberta truck drivers championship completed in Red Deer DISTRICT NAMES
COMPANY
Straight truck
Keith Franklin Alex Smith Carey Naismith
Canadian Freightways H&R Transport LTT
Single
Darren Hodgkins Darren Tychkowsky Shaun Thompson
Bison Transport Fedex Grimshaw Trucking
Single tandem Tandem
David Lowe Kevin Chapman Gregory Cresine
Bison Transport CCT Canada LTT
Rod Harrison Tim Bingley Curtis Phillips
Canadian Freightways Lac La Biche Transport Safeway Sobeys West
B-train
Robert Smith Ron Johnstone Terry Saitz
TDL Canadian Freightways Home Hardware
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he final result of Professional Truck Driving Championship which was held in Red Deer June 30, 2016 has been announced by the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA). The event which is also referred to as Roadeo is characterized by truck driving competitions that take place in a number of divisions such as tan-
dem, straight truck, single tandem and B-train. AMTA gives the drivers a chance to compete for prizes and honorary titles and represent them at the National Truck Driving Championship which will be held in September in Brantford, Ont. Below is a list of winners from each division arranged from the first to third place:
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Western Star Adds 23,000-lb Front New MICHELIN MD Launched XDN2 Pre-Mold Steer Axle to 4700 Model Retread Delivers Mileage and Traction for Regional, Medium-Duty Delivery Vehicles Michelin Americas Truck Tires, a division of Michelin North America, Inc., has introduced the MICHELIN® MD XDN® 2 PreMold™ retread — a drive-position retread optimized for long wear life, lasting durability and outstanding traction — for regional, medium-duty vehicles with 19.5 inch tires. It has attributes consistent with food and beverage, parcel package, and pick-up and delivery applications. “Delivery fleets are faced with tough start-stop, turning and curbing conditions as they get their products to market each day,” said Adam Murphy, vice president of marketing for Michelin Americas Truck Tires. “They demand a retread option that is as tough as the roads they drive on. The new MICHELIN MD XDN 2 Pre-Mold retread answers those demands with long, even wear and excellent traction.” The MICHELIN MD XDN 2 Pre-Mold retread features an 18/32 inch tread depth for 190/200 tread sizes and a 20/32 inch tread depth for 210/220/230 tread sizes.
Cummins recall includes VOLVO VNLs Cummins Inc., the American Fortune 500 corporation that designs, manufactures, and distributes engines, filtration, and power generation products is recalling its engines. The Cummins recall of more than 5,400 ISX12 and ISX15 engines involves 129 Volvo truck owners with 2017 Volvo VNLs. Volvo is the first heavy-truck manufacturer identified to be part of the Cummins recall. The recall will specifically address a defect with the engine control module that may develop an internal electrical short circuit, possibly resulting in the engine stalling without warning; according to the recall notice that came in late June and was made public on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) recall website this week. Read more www.thetruckingnetwork.ca 12 |July 2016 | The Trucking Network WEST
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estern Star Truck Sales, Inc., is pleased to announce the availability of a 23,000-lb front steer axle in its 4700 model. The Detroit™ axle is being offered in the set-forward and set-back configurations of the 4700. The heavy-duty axle is ideal for applications that require a higher front axle weight rating like snow plow, dump and heavy haul. It also is a good match with the existing 23,000-lb flat leaf front springs available in all models. Detroit front axles are designed to be up to 40 lbs lighter than other brands for the same capacity ratings. Read more www.thetruckingnetwork.ca
The City of Calgary celebrated the opening of the 61st Avenue S.E. extension June 23, which will give truckers a more direct
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he City of Calgary celebrated the opening of the 61st Avenue S.E. extension June 23, which will give truckers a more direct route between transportation corridors and distribution centers in southeast Calgary. There to mark the occasion was Gene Orlick, chairman of the Canadian Trucking Alliance and Alberta Motor Transport Association and owner of trucking company Orlicks Inc. “We’re extremely pleased the City of Calgary has completed this connector project, as it provides an accessible east-west link for motorists and truckers alike,” said Orlick. Read more www.thetruckingnetwork.ca www.thetruckingnetwork.ca
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Excessive stock a concern ,but truck market is still optimistic: Volvo
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olvo continues to project around 250,000 units of sales to occur of North American Class 8 truck despite the pressure from high dealer inventories and slow order activities that they are experiencing together with other truck makers this year. Magnus Koeck, vice-president of marketing and brand management, expressed that it is not a bad year, though it may feel that way on the heels of 2015, which was nearly a record year for Class 8 truck sales. This was before he gave Volvo’s 2017 powertrain to the first truck drives at the truck press. The previous year the demand was overwhelming and there was shortage in supply. However, slow freight growth that is being experienced this year is mainly affected by the inflation rate between the ratios of inventory to sales across the wider economy. The truck manufactures who increased their output to meet the previous years huge demand are also intensively affect by the inflation.
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Koeck raised concerns on the continuity and growth of the market as they are experiencing a high inventory levels at the dealers. This challenge of build up inventories at the dealer is experienced by all the manufactures. The unpredictable shift in trade patterns makes it hard for manufactures to curtail production. OEMs struggled to limit and keep in check the production fast to prevent an inventory build-up last June as the demand decreased sharply.
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Game-Changer: Ont Implementing Mandatory Entry Level Training for Tractor-Trailer Drivers T he announcement from Stephen Del Duca, provincial transportation minister, that new drivers are required to satisfactory complete a compulsory entry level training from an approved training provider if they wish to take a Class A tractor-trailer road test in Ontario. This announcement was actively praised by the Ontario Trucking Association. OTA first proposed the measure to the provincial government three years ago and Del Duca has fulfilled this commitment in 2014, short period after becoming the Minister of Transportation. The legislation is to be implemented as from July 1, 2017. David Bradley, OTA chief executive officer, along side the minister at the MTO DriveTest Center in Brampton stated that Ontario is demonstrating ways to improve highway safety and aiding the industry to acquire more and totally qualified new drivers in the coming days since it is the first Canadian jurisdiction to introduce compulsory entry level training for tractor-trailer drivers. He also added that thing
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New rules for entry level Ontario truck drivers were unveiled June 28 by Transportation Minister Steven Del Duca, left, at a DriveTest Centre in Brampton. He was joined by Ontario Trucking Association CEO David Bradley.
everything as it will eliminate the days where anyone could take the tractor-trailer test without any form of prior training.
New Cooling System Treatment Lift Trucks and Vans improved capacity with for Extended Life Coolants-penray Pencool 4000 Shockwave he new Pencool® 4000 has Equipped SmartLift® T been introduced by its owner Medium-Duty Inground Lift Penray Inc. The device has two definite applications. These include: • A water-only ELC corrosion inhibitor for marine applications. • Nitrite-free Extended Life Coolants (ELCs) which are used in heavy duty commercial applications. All ELCs such as Nitrited Organic Acid Technology (NOAT) and Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are compatible with the new Pencool 4000. The corrosion inhibitors installed in these devices are vital to increase and maintain the efficiency and longevity of the coolants. There are various benefits to ELCs used in heavy-duty vehicles and equipment such as engine wear is reduced increasing the longevity of the vehicle, the maintenance cost is also reduced and the uptime increased as a result of the brilliant protection against corrosion and extended longevity of the coolants. www.thetruckingnetwork.ca
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otational Lift’s protected Shockwave™ innovation is presently accessible on the 12,000 lb. limit SmartLift inground lift, making it conceivable to administration pick-ups, work trucks and vans twice as quick. The SL212 SmartLift inground lift can raise a vehicle 83 inches off the ground in only 30 seconds and lower it in 19 seconds level, making it the world’s quickest lift for vehicles weighing up to 12,000 lbs. This super speed empowers professionals to finish more occupations every day, profiting for themselves and their shops. “You can’t purchase a quicker lift than one furnished with Rotary Lift’s recompense winning Shockwave innovation,” says David Fischmer, showcasing chief for Rotary Lift guardian organization Vehicle Service Group. “Initially accessible just on our 10,000 lbs. limit twopost surface and SmartLift inground lifts, we reacted to client request by making Shockwave accessible on higher-limit lifts. The Trucking Network WEST |July 2016 | 15
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mYroafnf nUM lIgl bxfAux sbMDI amrIkI stytfˆ dy qËrby kYnyzf ivc ies vkq mYroafnf nUM kfnUMnI mfnqf dyx dIafˆ gwlfˆ ho rhIafˆ hn aqy sMBv hY ik jldI hI mYroafnf dI syl nUM lIgl drjf iml jfvygf. trwikMg ieMzstrI nfl sbMDq lok vI ies gwl bfry ivcfr krn lwgy hn ik ies df trwikMg ieMzstrI qy kI pRBfv pvygf. ies sbMDI kuwJ mfhr iek amrIkI styt kOlrYzo dI Audfhrx dy rhy hn. kOlrYzo ivc sfl 2014 ivc mYroafnf nUM kfnUMnI mfnqf imlI sI aqy Ausdy jo pRBfv trwikMg ieMzstrI qy pey, Ausqoˆ kYnyzIan trwikMg ieMzstrI vI kuwJ iswK skdI hY. kOlrYzo motr kYrIarË aYsosIeyÈn dy pRDfn grYg Puwltn ny vI ies sbMDI iek afrtIkl iliKaf hY. ijs qrfˆ dI bihs awjkwlH kYnyzf ivc ies muwdy qy cwl rhI hY, Ausy qrfˆ dI bihs kOlrYzo ivc vI cwlI sI. AuQy vI smfj df iek ihwsf ies dy hwk ivc sI aqy iewk ihwsf iesdy ivroD ivc sI. ies krky ies sbMDI styt ivc rYPrYˆzm krvfieaf igaf sI. kuwJ lokfˆ df qrk sI ik ieh smfj nUM hor iËafdf nÈy vwl Dkylx vflI gwl hY aqy kuwJ horfˆ df ivcfr sI ik ijs qrfˆ Èrfb nUM kfnUMnI drjf hfsl hY, Ausy qrfˆ mOroafnf nUM kfnUMnI drjf imlx nfl srkfr kol tYksfˆ qoˆ hox vflI nvIˆ kmfeI af jfvygI, ijhVI awgy niÈafˆ bfry jfgrUkqf pYdf krn aqy nÈf CuzfAU pRogrfmfˆ qy KrcI jf skdI hY.
ijnHfˆ lokfˆ ny ies bfry aiDaYn kIqy hn, Aunfˆ df kihxf hY ik kfnUMnI mfnqf imlx qoˆ bfad kOlrYzo ivc mYroafnf dI vrqoˆ krn vfly lokfˆ dI igxqI kfPI vD geI hY. sfry hI Aumr-vrgfˆ ivc ieh igxqI vDI hY aqy kudrqI hY ik trwikMg ieMzstrI qy vI ies df pRBfv ipaf hY. trwk zrfievrfˆ vfsqy ËrUrI hY ik Auh pUrI qrfˆ zrwg PrI hox. jy smfj ivc zrwg PrI lokfˆ dI kmI hovygI qfˆ ieMzstrI ny zrfievr ikwQoˆ ilafAuxy hn. ies krky kOlrYzo ivc zrfievrfˆ dI kmI hor gMBIr ho geI hY. zrwg tYstfˆ dOrfn Pyl hox vfly lokfˆ dI igxqI pihlfˆ nfloˆ kfPI vD geI hY. mYroafnf lIgl hox qoˆ bfd iek hor smwisaf kOlrYzo ivc sfhmxy afeI, ijs df iksy nUM icwq cyqf vI nhIˆ sI. mYroafnf ieMzstrI nUM vwzI mMg kfrn storyj aqy hor kMmfˆ vfsqy Qfˆ cfhIdI sI. ieMzstrI dy PYlx nfl ieh mMg bhuq vD geI.
mOroafnf AugfAux leI vI Qfˆ cfhIdI hY, vyarhfAUs vI cfhIdy hn. iek hYrfnIjnk aMkVf ieh sfhmxy afieaf ik 2009 qoˆ 2014 ivcfly zYnvr mYtro eyrIaf ivc kuwl ieMzstrIal spys df qIjy qoˆ vI vwD ihwsf mYroafnf ibËns vfilafˆ ny lIË kr ilaf. ies nfl ieMzstrIal spys dIafˆ kImqfˆ vD geIafˆ aqy bhuq sfrIafˆ trwikMg kMpnIafˆ nUM afpxIafˆ purfxIafˆ pRfprtIafˆ ies krky CwzxIafˆ peIafˆ, ikAuˆik hux Auh bhuq mihMgIafˆ ho geIafˆ sn. ieh ËrUrI nhIˆ ik ijs qrfˆ dIafˆ smwisafvfˆ kOlrYzo ivc afeIafˆ sn, Ausy qrfˆ dIafˆ kYnyzf ivc vI afAux, pr ieh gwl ËrUr iDafn ivc rwKxI cfhIdI hY ik ies df kuwJ nf kuwJ asr ËrUr pvygf aqy trwikMg ieMzstrI nUM Aus bfry awKfˆ KolHky rwKxIafˆ pYxgIafˆ aqy Aus df tfkrf krn leI iqafr vI rihxf pvygf.
trwikMg ieMzstrI nUM vI `sfeIbr izPYˆs` bfry jfgrUk hoxf pvygf ies vkq trwikMg ieMzstrI Aus qrfˆ dI nhIˆ hY, ijs qrfˆ dI kuwJ sfl jfˆ dhfky pihlfˆ sI. ieh ieMzstrI vI pUrI qrfˆ izjItfeIËz ho geI hY, kMipAUtr aDfrq ho geI hY aqy pUrI qrfˆ vwK vwK qrfˆ dy izjItl pRogrfmfˆ qy inrBr ho geI hY. ies ny ijwQy ieMzstrI nUM Pfiedf phuMcfieaf hY, AuQy Bfˆq suBfˆqy vfiersfˆ aqy mYlvyarfˆ dy atYkfˆ dI musIbq vI pYdf ho geI hY. ies sbMDI qwQ pRfpq krn leI iek sikAUirtI sOPtvyar Prm pI sI
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iptstOp ny iek srvy ipwCy ijhy krvfieaf, ijsdy nqIjy mIzIaf nfl sfˆJy kIqy gey. srvy iek irsrc Prm afeI zI jI knYkt duafrf kIqf igaf sI. ies srvy ivc ieMzstrI nfl juVy 200 afeI tI pRoPYÈnlË nUM suafl kIqy gey sn. srvy muqfbk 46 PIsdI ny ieh dwisaf ik Aunfˆ dIafˆ kMpnIafˆ ivc mYlvyar atYkfˆ ny kMpnI dy kMm qy burf pRBfv pfieaf. hYrfnI dI gwl ieh sI ik ienHfˆ ivcoˆ 88 PIsdI kMpnIafˆ aijhIafˆ sn, ijhVIafˆ zytf sikAUirtI qy hr sfl $100,000 Krc rhIafˆ sh. ienHfˆ ivc 39 PIsdI kMpnIafˆ qfˆ blik aijhIafˆ sn, ijhVIafˆ zytf sikAuirtI qy slfnf awDf imlIan qoˆ vI vwD Krc rhIafˆ sn. sfP hY ik iksy vI qrfˆ dy sikAUirtI pRogrfm ny Aunfˆ nUM sfeIbr atYkfˆ qoˆ nhIˆ bcfieaf. kMpnI dI irsrc tIm dy iek mYˆbr ny dwisaf ik qrfˆ qrfˆ dy atYk vD rhy hn aqy kMpnIafˆ nUM hux ieh socxf pvygf ik Auh ienfˆ atYkfˆ sdkf afpxy kMmfˆ qy mfVf asr pYx dI sMBfvnf ikvyˆ Gtf skdy hn. ieh sfP hY ik sfeIbr sikAuirtI df mOjUdf mOzl kMm nhIˆ kr irhf aqy ieMzstrI nUM ies vfsqy koeI nvfˆ qrIkf lwBxf pYxf hY. The Trucking Network WEST |July 2016 | 17
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imÈln duafrf nvfˆ tfier jfrI
vYstrn stfr vwloˆ nvfˆ hYvI izAUtI PrMt aYksl
imÈln amYirkfË trwk tfierË duafrf iek nvfˆ rItrYwz tfier jfrI kIqf igaf hY, ijs df nfˆ MICHELIN® MD XDN® 2 Pre-MoldTM MhY. ieh kMpnI imÈln nOrQ amYirkf ieMk dI izivËn hY. dyr qwk cwlx vfly ies tfier dI trYkÈn kmfl dI hY aqy ieh 19[5 tfierfˆ vfly mIzIamizAUtI vfhnfˆ vfsqy hY.ieh ies ihsfb nfl iqafr kIqf igaf hY ik PUz aqy bYvrj, pfrsl pYkyj, ipwk awp aqy izilvrI vfhnfˆ dIafˆ loVfˆ leI shI rhy.ies qrfˆ dy vfhnfˆ nUM vfr vfr rukxf aqy muVnf pYˆdf hY. ies krky ienfˆ vfsqy mËbUq rItrYwz dI loV huMdI hY. ieh nvfˆ tfier ieh sB ËrUrqfˆ pUrIafˆ krdf hY. 190/200 ieMc trYwz sfeIË ivc trYwz dI motfeI 18/32 ieMc hY aqy 210/220/230 trYwz sfeIË leI trYwz dI motfeI 20/32 ieMc hY. trYwz izËfien ies qrfˆ bxfieaf igaf hY ijs nfl tfier df aMdrUnI kyisMg qfpmfn Gwt qoˆ Gwt rhy qfˆ jo kyisMg aqy trYwz lMbf smfˆ cwl sky. imÈln kMpnI hr qrfˆ dy vfhnfˆ leI tfier iqafr krdI hY, ijnHfˆ ivc eyarplyn, aftomobfielË, sfiekl, arQmUvrË, KyqI vfly vfhn, hYvI izAUtI trwk aqy motrsfiekl Èfml hn.
vYstrn stfr trwk sylË ieMk duafrf afpxy 4700 mfzlfˆ leI 23,000 pOz PrMt stIar aYksl jfrI kIqy gey hn. ies aYksl df nfˆ Detroit™ hY. ieh hYvI izAUtI aYksl Bfry PrMt aYksl vflf kMm krn vfly vfhnfˆ ijvyˆ sno plo, zMp aqy hYvI hOl vfsqy vDIaf hY. ies qoˆ ibnfˆ sfry hI mfzlfˆ ivc mOjUdf 23,000 pOˆz PlYt lIP PrMt spirMgË leI vI ieh bhuq Zukvfˆ hY. iztrfiet PrMt aYksl iesy smrQf vfly dUsry aYkslfˆ qoˆ 40 pOˆz hlky hn. vYstrn stfr df 4700 mfzl sno ploieMg qoˆ lY ky kMstrwkÈn ijhy anykfˆ kMmfˆ leI kfrgr sfbq huMdf hY. kMpnI dy vfeIs pRYËIzYˆt mfrkIitMg aYn dimqrk ny ikhf ik sfzy gRfhk sfzy trwkfˆ qoˆ vwzI AumId rwKdy hn aqy nvfˆ hYvI izAUtI aYksl sfzy vwloˆ lgfqfr afpxy Auqpfdfˆ ivc suDfr krn dI iek imsfl hY. 23,000 pOˆz PrMt stIar aYksl vYstrn stfr 4800 aqy 4900 mfzlfˆ qy jldI AuplbD hovygf.
Gwt syl dy bfvjUd vOlvo mËbUq vOlvo kMpnI df kihxf hY ik ies sfl iZwlI syl aqy zIlrfˆ kol jmHf hoeI vwzI ienvYntorI Bfvyˆ icMqf df muwdf hY pr ies dy bfvjUd klfs ey trwk syl 250,000 XUint rhI. ies krky 2015 dy mukfbly Bfvyˆ mMdf lwgdf hY pr Pyr vI sfl kuwl imlfky mfVf nhIˆ hY. ies bfry jfxkfrI kMpnI dy vfeIs pRYËIzYˆt mfrkIitMg aqy brYˆz mYnyjmYˆt mYgns koiek ny idwqI. Aunfˆ ikhf ik kMpnIafˆ ipCly sfl dI mMg nUM iDafn ivc rwKdy hoey ies vfr vI zIlriÈpfˆ nUM Brn lwgIafˆ hoeIafˆ sn pr ijs qrfˆ syl Gwt hY qy ienvYntorI BrI peI hY, Ausdf kMpnIafˆ qy burf pRBfv ipaf hY. jdoˆ zIlrfˆ kol aYnI ienvYntorI hovy qfˆ mfrkIt nUM gqI ivc rwKxf muÈkl ho jfˆdf hY. Aunfˆ awgy dwisaf ik nvyˆ trwkfˆ dI mMg ivc ipCly sfl jUn ivc acfnk igrfvt af geI sI aqy ienvYntorI nUM GtfAux leI pRozwkÈn ivc ktOqI krnI peI. pr ajy qwk ies siQqI ivc koeI Kfs moVf nhIˆ ipaf. kMpnI df mMnxf hY ik amrIkf ivc mYnUPYkcirMg gqIivDI mMdI rihx dI AumId hY pr kMstrkÈn qy hox vfly Krcy vD rhy hn. qyl $50 bYrl hI rhygf aqy zIËl dIafˆ kImqfˆ ies sfl dy aKIr qwk $2[27 pRqI gYln rihx dI AumId hY. ies ipCokV ivc kMpnI vfeIs pRYËIzYˆt koiek df kihxf hY ik lOˆghOl trwkfˆ dy mukfbly vokyÈnl trwkfˆ dI mMg vD rhI hY. ipCly sfl lOˆghOl trwk klfs-8 trwkfˆ dI syl df 50 PIsdI rhy sn pr ies vfr Aunfˆ df ihwsf Gtky 43PIsdI rih igaf hY. Aunfˆ ikhf ik vOlvo sfrI siQqI qy bVI gihrI nËr rwK rhI hY. Aunfˆ ikhf ik qfËf qbdIlIafˆ ho skdf hY ik pnfmf knfl dy psfr nfl juVIafˆ hox, ijs nfl
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eIstrn qwt qoˆ iËafdf mfl kMtynrfˆ ivc af irhf hovy. Aunfˆ awgy dwisaf ik volvo ieMtIgrytz pfvrtryn nUM hor awgy vDf rhI hY. ies vkq 94[5 PIsdI vOlvo trwkfˆ ivc vOlvo ieMjn hn aqy 88[8 PIsdI ivc afeI-iÈPt aftomytz mYnUal trfˆsimÈn hY. AunHfˆ ik afAux vfly pMj sflfˆ ivc mYnUal trfˆsimÈn bMd ho jfxgy.
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koilËn tflx vflI tYknOlojI hfdsy GtfAux ivc shfeI amrIkf dy nYÈnl hfeIvy syPtI aYziminstryÈn duafrf koilËn tflx vflI tYknolojI (collision avoidance systems, CAS ) dI kfrkrdgI bfry jfxn leI krvfey gey iek aiDaYn coˆ bhuq idlcsp nqIjy sfhmxy afey hn. stwzI irport muqfbk ieh tYknOlojI jy hfdsy pUrI qrfˆ rokx nhIˆ qfˆ Gwto Gwt GtfAux ivc ËrUr kfmXfb hY. ijhVy PlIt mYnyjrfˆ ny ies stwzI ivc ÈmUlIaq kIqI, Aunfˆ df kihxf sI ik ieh tYknOlojI trwikMg ieMzstrI df ËrUrI ihwsf bxnI cfhIdI hY. ikhf igaf hY ik trYktr-trylr duafrf aYmrjMsI bryikMg sdkf rIar-eyˆz koilËm qfˆ qkrIbn iblkuwl hI nhIˆ hoey. ijhVy trwkfˆ qy ieh stwzI kIqI geI, Aunfˆ ivc jfˆ qfˆ Meritor
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EntYrIE ivc zrfievrfˆ dI aYˆtrI birjston ny jfrI kIqy lYvl tryinMg agly mhIny qoˆ ÈurU do nvyˆ bYˆzYg rItrYwz tfierË EntYrIE dI minstrI aOP trfˆsportyÈn dy aPsrfˆ muqfbk nvyˆ kmrÈIal zrfievrfˆ leI lfËmI aYˆtrI lYvl tryinMg (MELT)agly mhIny qoˆ ÈurU ho rhI hY. aPsrfˆ muqfbk trfˆsport mMqrI afAux vfly kuwJ hPiqafˆ ivc hI ies tryinMg dI ÈurUafq df aYlfn krngy. ies qoˆ bfad tryinMg sYˆtrfˆ nUM nvyˆ pRogrfm dy stYˆzrzË muqfbk qbdIlIafˆ krn leI iek sfl df smfˆ idwqf jfvygf. AumId ieh kIqI jf rhI hY ik sfl 2017 dy mwD qwk ieh pUrI qrfˆ cflU ho jfvygf. mYlt (MELT ) nfˆ dI ieh tryinMg hux vfly klfs ey lfiesMs nfloˆ iblkuwl vw K rI ho v y g I. ies qihq EntYrIE ivc zrfievrfˆ nU M klfs ey lfieMss lYx leI 103[5 GMty dI tryinMg pUrI krnI pvygI. ies ivcoˆ 36[5 GMty klfsrUmfˆ ivc lfAuxy pYxgy. 17 GMty Xfrz ivc, 18 GMty trwk ivc aOP roz aqy 32 GMty aOn roz lfAuxy hoxgy. roz tYst dOrfn zrfievrfˆ nUM cfr rfeIt trnË, cfr lYPt trnË, cfr ieMtrsYkÈnË, do lyn cyˆjfˆ, iek aYkspRYsvy sYkÈn, do krvfˆ, aqy iek aYmrjMsI roz sfeIz stOp df muËfhrf krnf pvygf. ilKqI pypr ivc hux 30 suafl hoxgy. ibnfˆ rijstryÈn dy cwl rhy skUl bMd hoxgy aqy bfkI skUlfˆ nUM vI afpxf nvfˆ krIkulm mYlt pRogrfm mfhrfˆ qoˆ julfeI 2017 qoˆ pihlfˆ pfs krvfAuxf pvygf. nvyˆ pRogrfm qihq lfiesMs lYx leI iksy zrfievr nUM cfr qoˆ Cy hPqy lwgxgy. 20 | July 2016 | The Trucking Network WEST
birwjston amYirkfË duafrf do nvyˆ bYˆzYg rItrYwz tfier jfrI kIqy gey hn. ienHfˆ nUM zI afr 5[3 aqy zI afr 4[3 df nfˆ idwqf igaf hY.
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ivnIpYg dI kMpnI dy iqMn zrfievr bxy `zrfievr aOP df XIar` bfiesn trfˆsportyÈn kMpnI dy iqMn zrfievr vOlvo kYnyzf dy `zrfievr aOP df XIar` avfrz dy jyqU bxy hn. ieh iqMny zrfievr vwK vwK sUibafˆ ivcoˆ jyqU aYlfny gey. kMpnI irlIË muqfbk mYnItobf ivc rOjr mYltmn nUM ieh snmfn imilaf hY. ieh zrfievr 1994 qoˆ bfiesn nfl kMm irhf hY. Ausdf zrfieivMg ivc 40 sfl qoˆ vwD df qËrbf hY. kMpnI df kihxf hY ik mYltmn ny hmyÈf kMpnI df sfQ idqf hY aqy Auh iek pUrI qrfˆ BrosyXog mulfËm hY. mYltmn df Kud df ieh kihxf sI ik awj zrfieivMg iek tIm vrk hY. alwg alwg lok afpo afpxI Qfˆ kMm kr rhy hn aqy iek awCy zrfievr nUM Aunfˆ sfirafˆ dy qflmyl nfl hI kMm krnf pYˆdf hY. ibRitÈ kolMbIaf ivc rYˆzI kirk nUM ieh avfrz imilaf. Auh 1987 qoˆ bfiesn nfl kMm kr irhf hY. ibRitÈ kolMbIaf trwikMg aYsosIeyÈn ny Aus nUM zrfievr aOP df XIar aYlfinaf hY. kMpnI dy iek bulfry anusfr rYˆzI vrgy zrfievrfˆ krky hI bfiesn trfˆsport awj nOrQ amrIkf dIafˆ sB qoˆ surwiKaq kMpnIafˆ ivc igxI jfˆdI hY. albrtf ivc bfiesn df hI vrn strYtn al-
brtf motr trfˆsport aYsosIeyÈn duafrf zrfievr aOP df XIar aYlfinaf igaf hY. Auh vI ipCly 17 sfl qoˆ kMpnI nfl kMm kr irhf hY aqy Ausdf zrfieivMg df kuwl 30 sfl df anuBv hY.
ieh iqMny zrfievr hux kYnyzIan trwikMg alfieMs/vOlvo trwks kYnyzf nYÈnl zrfievr aOP df XIar avfrz leI kuaflIPfeI kr gey hn.
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mYk trwks vOlvo vwloˆ nvIˆ tYlImYitks tYknolojI df aYlfn mYks trwks ny afpxIafˆ PlIt mYnyjmYˆt syvfvfˆ ivc vfDy df aYlfn kIqf hY. kMpnI duafrf ies sbMDI aOmnItrYks ieMtIgrytz tYlImY itks (Mack® Omnitracs Integrated Telematics) df aYlfn kIqf igaf hY. ieh tYknolojI Omnitracs, LLC duafrf iqafr kIqI geI hY, ijhVI trfˆsportyÈn aqy lOijsitks kMpnIafˆ leI mYnyjmYˆt qknOlojI iqafr krn dy mfmly ivc nfmI kMpnI hY. ies qihq mYk trwkfˆ ivc PYktrI ivc hI ies qrfˆ df hfrzvyar lgfieaf jfvygf ijhVf rIal-tfeIm jI pI aYs lokyÈn sUcnf aqy zrfievr dI kfrguËfrI df zytf pRdfn krky Auqpfdn aqy surwiKaf vDfAux ivc mdd krygf. ies bfry jfxkfrI idMdy hoey mYk dy iek vfeIs
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ik zrfievr vI itkky kMm kr rhy hn aqy Aunfˆ dIafˆ qnKfhfˆ ipCly iksy vI smyˆ nfloˆ iËafdf hn. Aunfˆ dwisaf ik pRfeIvyt kMpnIafˆ ivc zrfeIvrfˆ duafrf Cwzky jfx dI igxqI 17 PIsdI hY, ijhVI ik dUjy sYktrfˆ dy mukfbly Gwt hY.Aunfˆ awgy dwisaf ik amrIkf dIafˆ pRfeIvyt PlItfˆ ivc zrfievrfˆ dI aOsq qnKfh 65000 amrIkI zflr hY. kuwJ cMgy zrfievr 80,000 qwk phuMc jfˆdy hn. ies qoˆ ielfvf hor vI ikMny hI bYnyiPts hn. Aunfˆ nfl hI ieh vI Xfd krvfieaf ik byÈwk pRfeIvyt sYktr ies vyly vDIaf kfrguËfrI idKf irhf hY pr sfnUM ieh iDafn ivc rwKxf cfhIdf hY ik zrfievrfˆ dI kmI df sMkt ajy tilaf nhIˆ hY. kuwJ irportfˆ muqfbk sfl 2024 qwk 175,00 zrfievrfˆ dI kmI hovygI. Aunfˆ awgy ikhf ik Enr/aprytr df vkq lMG igaf lwgdf hY. tOm mUr ny afpxI itpxI ivc ikhf ik ies vkq pRfeIvyt PlItfˆ sfhmxy sB qoˆ vwzf sMkt buwZI ho rhI vrkPors df hY. sfzy nYtvrk ivc zrfievrfˆ dI aOsq Aumr 51 sfl hY. Aunfˆ ikhf ik BivwK dy nukqy qoˆ sB qoˆ vwzI smwisaf zrfievrfˆ dI hI hY. ies smwisaf dy hwl sbMDI vI Aunfˆ kuwJ suJfa idwqy. Aunfˆ ikhf ik kMpnIafˆ nUM zrfievrfˆ dI surwiKaf aqy ishq dy pRogrfmfˆ ivc pYsf lfAuxf cfhIdf hY. zrfievrfˆ dI ishq df TIk rihxf bhuq ËrUrI hY. ies vkq vwzI igxqI ivc kMpnIafˆ zrfievrfˆ nUM vYwlnYs pRogrfm pyÈ kr rhIafˆ hn. ies qoˆ ielfvf surwiKaf aqy syPtI dy pwKfˆ vwl vI Kfs iDafn idwqf jf irhf hY.
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Panama- A game changer for U.S. trucking
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anama Canal ushered in a new age of world trade after it is completed by U.S. Army Corp of Engineers in 1914. The canal connected the Pacific and Atlantic oceans with a 50-mile channel, shortening the shipping lanes between continents by thousands of miles. The Panama Canal, which could accommodate container ships with capacities of up to 5,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), has gone changed in June 26,2016 when the Cosco Shipping Panama containership – a 9,400-TEU behemoth measuring 984 feet long and a 158 feet wide – navigated its waterways. The event marked the end of a nine-year project by the Panama Canal Authority to create two larger lock systems to allow up to 14,000-TEU ships to sail through the canal, effectively doubling or tripling the canal’s throughput. The larger “Neopanamax” vessels have added by many shipping companies to realize economies of scale, and the Panama Canal expansion unlocks a new door for these ships to traverse the globe. It is estimated that the Panama Canal’s market share of global shipping traffic to increase from 5 percent to 8 percent in the coming years as a result of the expansion. The eastern United States is a major customer for the Panama Canal. More than 60 percent of all container traffic through the canal either originated from or is destined for East Coast ports. The shift won’t be immediate, but it will happen sooner rather than later,” says Danny McComas, president of MCO Transport, a Wilmington, N.C.-based container drayage and domestic truckload company. CANAL EXPANSION The new locks, Cocoli (Pacific) and Agua Clara (Atlantic), are 180 feet wide and 1,400 feet long, a major increase from the existing lock dimensions of 110 feet wide and 1,000 feet long. In terms of container ship dimensions, ship size was limited to 965 feet long and 106 feet wide. With the comwww.thetruckingnetwork.ca
pletion of the new locks, the Panama Canal now can accommodate ships as much as 1,200 feet long and 160 feet wide to transit the 102-year-old waterway. That equates to a nearly three-fold increase in volume, from 5,000 to 14,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs). The Panama Canal expansion also provides flexibility for shipping companies when work stoppages and other port disruptions occur as have happened at West Coast ports in recent years. Another attractive draw for shippers servicing East Coast ports through the Panama Canal rather than Transpacific routes between Asia and West Coast ports is backhaul. Continued on page 39
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Glenn Caldwell Vice President Sales NAL Insurance Healthy Trucker
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few summers back, I was golfing with some colleagues from the trucking industry in the Toronto area. It just so happened that the topic of the day was the importance of driver retention and what carriers are doing to help reduce their turnover. We were held up by the foursome ahead of us for most of the morning so decided to stop after 9 and grab a hotdog and beverage to go. We had just made the turn and were heading down the 10th fairway when we were approached by the starter who drove up and angrily barked, “Speed things up! You’ve fallen behind and are holding everyone up!” He then proceeded to drive away. We were holding everyone up? Really? The foursome behind us had also stopped for a bite and was not even close to heading to the tee yet. We all looked at each other in disbelief. We were playing at an exclusive golf course and had just grabbed a quick lunch at the turn. Now we were being harassed by a starter with an ego who forgot who the customer was. If we
were really behind, could he have said things differently? Absolutely! How about something like this…“Hey boys, how’s the round going? Great day for a game! I’m wondering if you can you do me a favour? The course is a bit busy today and we’re just asking everyone to try and be ready at the tees to keep things on time. Can you help me out and pick up the pace a bit?” It’s really not what you say, it’s how you say it. I was so irritated by the starter’s outburst that when I got up to hit my tee shot, I sliced the ball into the farmer’s field beside us. As I left the tee box, cursing the starter for my poor shot, my colleagues graciously reminded me that even when I’m in the best frame of mind I slice the ball that way plenty of times. How often do we snap back at our Drivers like the starter did to us that day? Communication is key to the retention of our Drivers. Many of the personality conflicts we have that get blown way out of proportion could have easily been avoided if we chose our words wisely or watched our tone. Remember, the driver has nothing but miles to think about what was said. If he takes the wrong message with him, watch how it can percolate and grow by the time he gets home. Let’s use the following statement to prove my point: “I didn’t say you caused the load to be late.” How many ways can this statement
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be said by changing our tone or annunciating each word? How does it change the meaning of the sentence? • “I didn’t say you caused the load to be late.” This implies someone else could have said it. • “I didn’t say you caused the load to be late.” This says that it was never said or implied. • “I didn’t say you caused the load to be late.” This says it wasn’t spoken, but may have been implied. • “I didn’t say you caused the load to be late.” This puts the blame on someone else. • “I didn’t say you caused the load to be late.” This means the person is not to blame. It really all depends on the way you say it. When speaking to employees and Drivers try to really watch your tone and choose your words wisely. Too often we think that just because we told them once what was expected, that they should understand. Communication is not just a transfer of information; it’s a transfer of understanding. As leaders it is our responsibility to ensure they understand what is expected of our Drivers and Employees. Communication also is the response you get. If you are not getting the proper response from your people, you need to change the way you are communicating with them. Too often we try to communicate key information over satellite, text, or email, which can lead to misunderstandings. Continued on page 39 www.thetruckingnetwork.ca
Driver Safety
Skin Cancer & UV Exposure While Driving
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hen thinking about sun exposure, you might envision yourself on the beach or exercising outdoors. But millions of people receive a large portion of their sun exposure when they don’t even realize it — in their cars. Truckers hence obviously are going to top the list among the ones most affected. These hardworking men and women are in fact extremely vulnerable. Windows alone do not protect the skin from harmful ultraviolet rays, especially if you spend extended periods of time in a vehicle or beside a window. We recommend the following five tips for anyone who will be spending a substantial amount of time behind the wheel this summer. Applying sunscreen- Most trucking jobs require the driver to be on the road for at least 10 to 12 hours a day. During that time, it’s best to protect your skin from harmful ultraviolet rays by wearing sunscreen. SPF 30 or higher is best, as this rating ensures 97% coverage. But always apply the sunscreen 20 minutes before you plan on getting out of your house. If you tend to wear only one light layer of clothing such as a cotton T-shirt, it’s important to apply sunscreen underneath your attire in addition to your exposed skin. Normal light clothing does not offer adequate protection from UV rays. It’s equally important to use sunscreen on cloudy days since sunrays are still present and can burn your skin. In fact, 80 % of UV rays can penetrate through cloud coverage. Finally, it is critical to continue to apply sunscreen even throughout the winter months when it is sunny. Surprisingly, snow covered surfaces reflect even more UV rays, making the cold season potentially even more dangerous for drivers who are always on the road. Even though you are in a vehicle, glass will not protect you from UV rays and
could actually even enhance their negative effects. Protect Your Eyes with UV SunglassesCheap sunglasses from the drugstore may be adequate in terms of style, but they may not provide the best protection for your eyes. This does not mean you go and buy a Gucci or Armani but just get a n
reasonable one unless you want luxury as well. So, for those long hours on the road, it’s better to spend a little more money and invest in sunglasses that will protect your eyes from UV rays. Look for the SPF rating on the packaging for the best coverage. Continued on page 39
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Driver Safety
Today’s Trucking and What is the state of Todays Owner Operators! By Dennis Knight
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ello fellow drivers and owner operators. I was asked if I was interested in writing a column for “The Trucking Network” an industry magazine published in Toronto, ON. After some thought I decided to give it a shot and see what happens. My idea of course may be different from what the “Editor” is looking for but we will see what happens. I have owned many trucks in the 44 years I have been in this industry going as far back as owning a 1973 Ford Louisville with a 290 Cummins brand new and working for a Winnipeg based company in the Toronto area picking up freight that was going west. Technology back then was simple everything was mechanical and no computers or sensors to deal with. If you broke down on the road you could probably fix it yourself or at least patch it up and get it back to your shop. We made good money back then and fuel was .26 cents a gallon. I was making about 3K a week and at the months end we were always in good standing and money was put away to buy our first house. I have seen so many changes since I got started in this industry and all I can say “Things have sure changed!” I bought a brand new KW T660 with a 500 Cummins in 2011. This truck was the last one they had that did not need DEF. This truck was good the first year but after that a series of events lead to
one problem after another with blown turbochargers, EGR valves, EGR coolers, turbo actuators one sensor after another and some of you probably know this story because you have been in the same situation. The final straw was the oil pressure problem and then it dropped a liner and it had to be torn
and whoever else made these decisions on idle time. A driver running south into Texas may encounter 27 C outside its probably 37 C inside the bunk of the truck. How cool or warm do these people keep their own homes at night when they are trying to sleep? I can probably guess it’s not at 37C in
apart and rebuilt. Are you wondering where I am going with this? Well how come the industry shoved all this technology onto these new trucks? Did the owner operator’s revenue increase to support this technology? We made more money 15 years ago than we will ever make today with the state of the industry the way it is. Rates don’t support what owner operators need to survive today. I am predicting that within the next 10 years owner operators will become an extinct animal! I also have a pet peeve; new trucks are coming into Canada with the idle settings setup according to the outside temperature. Our Peterbilts won’t idle between -4C and 27C and that’s because of the EPA and Carb
their house so why do these people who make these ridiculous rules do so without talking to the industry. I don’t believe they could sleep in 85F inside their homes bet they would have the AC turned on high and would be very comfortable. Why do these people think drivers should be forced to sleep in that kind of temperature? I am done bitching for this month so if you care and want to evoke change then get busy and write me a letter. If you have something to voice don’t be shy drop me a line at the email address below to my attention. I have an email address: thecanadiantruckersvoice@gmail.com I would like to hear from anyone with a story to tell.
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David Bradley receives MTO Partner Award TTN Writer
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he Ministry of Transportation has presented Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) chief David Bradley with a distinguished MTO partner award. The Assistant Deputy Minister’s Partnership Award was presented to Bradley for helping keep Ontario’s roads among the safest in North America. The award was presented during the Road Safety Stakeholder Dinner on June 16 by MTO assistant deputy minister Heidi Francis. The award goes to an individual or organization that “serves as a model in collaboration and cooperation with MTO; provides service above and beyond expectations, and works closely with the department to ensure that the province remains at the forefront of road safety.” “David is a trusted and dependable partner,” Francis said in her presentation. “He has always represented the best interest of the trucking industry and has been a valued advocate of road safety.” Francis went ahead and talked about Bradley’s many contributions to road safety over his 30- year career, namely the OTA’s work on Target ’97, which, following a series of high-profile crashes and wheel separations in the 1990s, formed the blueprint for many enduring safety programs over the following 20 years. Bradley was also recognized for OTA’s architectural role
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in several other important areas, including: •Helping to develop the Safe Productive and Infrastructure Friendly Vehicles (SPIF) program, which improved the safety and productivity of multiple, trucktrailer combinations; •The design and application of the successful LongCombination Vehicle program; •Implementation of the mandatory speed limiter program limiting the maximum speed of large trucks to 105 km/h; •The soon-to-be introduced Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) program for commercial Class A drivers. Bradley, who is retiring from the OTA in 2017 after 30 years of his devoted service said he was honored to receive the award on behalf of the OTA. Bradley said- “I am honored to receive this award. However, I do so on behalf of the OTA members who have consistently and unrepentantly established truck safety as the key element of their vision for the industry and of the dedicated team of professionals, current and past, who worked tirelessly to implement that vision. If I have made a contribution it has been by giving voice to the members’ vision; in assembling our team and, I hope, in providing them with the encouragement and support they need to get the job done.”
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Driver Health
Managing Stress on the Road
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n a world where we are always being pushed to do better, accomplish more, and cram more work into less time, we are all facing the stress that life throws at us. For drivers, this stress is multiplied as they have to cope while alone and on the road for up to weeks at a time. It’s no easy feat, and the health of our drivers is suffering as a result. The health implications of stress are massive, including high blood pressure, heart disease, increased cortisol levels and obesity. Additionally, stress can cause drivers to have difficulty focusing on the road, potentially leading to distracted driving and poor focus, which is a huge safety concern for the driver themselves, as well as those on the road around them. So what’s a driver to do? It’s not realistic to expect a driver anyone to simply drop the stress in their lives. Imagine if we could do that… I wouldn’t even need to write this article. What’s more
whether or not you’re feeling stressed, such as when you first get into the truck, while sitting in traffic, before getting out of the truck and carrying on with your day, and before bed. It may sound silly or like it won’t have much effect, but give it a try and you’ll be surprised at how much more relaxed you feel. Remember, it’s about controlling your body’s response to the stress, not solving the world’s issues. 2. Talking it out: Talking to a friend, coworker, spouse, or even a counsellor is a great way to release the thoughts that are brewing in your mind. Explaining your situation to someone else can help us find clarity, can bring helpful advice, and can prevent us from feeling alone. 3. Finally, prioritize everything that is contributing to your stress and determine what needs immediate attention, what can wait until later, and what will require help
important than ridding your life of stress is learning how to properly manage it. That may sound idealistic and like something you have heard time and time before, but it is important to really take a minute to think about how you (and your body) react to stress and how you can adjust it. When you find yourself in a stressful situation, ask yourself 3 questions: 1. Am I or my family in physical danger or legal trouble? 2. Do I have control over what is stressing me out? 3. Can someone else help me with the issue? If the answer is no to all of the above, then you may feel helpless and like there are no immediate steps you can take, but it is important to begin some stress reducing strategies as soon as possible. Try these tips: 1. Deep breathing. Stress can bring about increases in blood pressure and the hormone cortisol, and long-term high levels of cortisol can cause weight gain. To reduce your blood pressure and cortisol levels almost immediately, take 3 very deep, mindful breaths. This can be done at any time during the day,
from others. Focusing on one issue at a time will give you clarity and possibly make the issue seem smaller than before. Other ongoing stress management techniques include adjusting your radio to something a little more upbeat and positive, rather than sad or stress-inducing. Also, fully winding down at the end of each day with a book, funny show or movie, or even some simple stretching can go a long way. Creating a to-do list or schedule for your next day can help you clear your mind before bed, and can help start your next day off on the right foot. Everyone will always have stress in their lives to varying degrees, but by learning to adapt just a bit better, the negative implications can be reduced, resulting in happier, healthier, Andrea Morley Nutritionist & safer drivers on the Health Coach road. Now, take 3 Healthy Trucker deep breaths and see how you feel!
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Major highway projects underway for Ontario
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0 New Highway improvement projects are underway in Southwestern Ontario as told by Steven Del Duca, the Minister of Transportation in a press conference held at St. Thomas, ON on June 27. The Province is creating a reliable and sustainable transportation system in Ontario. Transit investments and major highway infrastructure projects are underway to improve mobility and connectivity across the province. In addition, this will create more than 21,000 construction jobs across the province and make travel easier for families and businesses. The government’s Moving Ontario Forward plan will support public transit, transportation and priority infrastructure, using dedicated funds of $31.5 billion. About $15 billion is available outside the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) and about $16 billion is available within the GTHA. Supported by its asset optimization strategy, the government is building the infrastructure that is needed today and tomorrow. These investments will help manage congestion, connect people, and improve the economy and Ontarians’ quality of life. As part of this investment, Ontario is repaving almost 10 kilometers of Highway 3 from Talbot Ville to West www.thetruckingnetwork.ca
of Centennial Avenue through St. Thomas. The project will create or sustain approximately 43 direct or indirect construction jobs. The $4.3 million contract for the repaving was awarded to Coco Paving. Early stages of construction are underway with the bulk of the paving to take place in July. As with all highway
preciate the Provincial government’s commitment to improving infrastructure that provides an opportunity to create jobs and build stronger economic integration across the region and improve the lives of all living in Southwestern Ontario” said Heather Jackson, Mayor of St. Thomas. Investing in infrastructure is part
construction projects, drivers are reminded that speeding fines double in construction zones. “We are improving highway infrastructure across the province, while creating jobs and strengthening our economy. This project is proof of our government’s commitment to provide modern infrastructure that will reduce commute times, create jobs and improve the quality of life for Ontarians”, said the Minister of Transportation. “Keeping highway surfaces in good condition is important to residents, businesses and tourists traveling on this busy stretch of highway. We ap-
of the government's economic plan to build Ontario up and deliver on its number-one priority to grow the economy and create jobs. The fourpart plan includes helping more people get and create the jobs of the future by expanding access to high-quality college and university education. The plan is making the largest infrastructure investment in hospitals, schools, roads, bridges and transit in Ontario's history and is investing in a low-carbon economy driven by innovative, high-growth, export-oriented businesses. The plan is also helping working Ontarians achieve a more secure retirement.
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Informative
Overwhelming Options P lanning and preparing for unforeseeable circumstances is essential to ensuring peace of mind for yourself and your family. Given the nature of the trucking industry there can be an overwhelming amount of insurance options and products for a truck driver to consider. Every driver will need their own unique combination of coverages and limits, however, there are three main areas which always need to be considered and adequately protected: 1) Insure Yourself As a truck driver, insuring yourself is essential to protecting your family and business. There are many options available for truckers to choose from including: Accident and Injury Coverage Even a minor accident or injury can keep a truck driver off the road for an extended period of time. Although many truck drivers are covered under Workers’ Compensation plans, it’s im-
portant to consider coverage to protect yourself and your family 24/7 for on and off the job injuries. Travel Medical Emergency If you operate outside of your home province it’s important to carry Travel Medical Emergency coverage to protect against potentially detrimental medical expenses. Even if you are working within Canada, many of your expenses would be covered if you had an accident out of your home province. Health and Dental Unexpected visits to the dentist or doctor can get expensive and having coverage in place to ease the financial stress can be very beneficial. Life Insurance Life insurance is often critical to estate planning and long term financial health as it secures an income for your family in the event of your passing. 2) Insure Your Truck Your truck is your most important business asset and is an integral part
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of your insurance plan. The types of coverages you require will vary based on the type of truck you drive and the goods you are hauling. Truck Insurance A Truck Insurance policy provides liability coverage and protects against physical damage to the your truck. Cargo Insurance Cargo Insurance covers your liability for the load you are hauling while it’s in transit. This coverage protects against lost or damaged cargo due to causes such as fire or collision. 3) Insure Your Business Truck drivers often think they are adequately protected once they purchase insurance for themselves and their truck, but ensuring your cash flow and business expenses are covered is equally important. With the high operating expenses Owner/Operators and trucking companies experience, much of the income from an accident and injury policy can go towards paying www.thetruckingnetwork.ca
Informative truck payments and general operating costs leaving very little for a family to survive on. It’s thus imperative truck drivers consider insurance options to protect their business such as: Business Expense Coverage In the event of an accidental injury a Business Expense Plan will reimburse an Owner/Operator for business operating costs such as truck payments, insurance premiums, fuel as well licences and permits which often total thousands of dollars. Deducible Buy Down Standard deductibles in the insurance industry range between five and twenty five thousand dollars. Paying such a high lump sum can greatly deplete a business’ savings and many Owner/Operators appreciate the peace of mind offered by Deductible Buy Down Insurance. Downtime Insurance Anytime a truck is down and
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being repaired there is lost revenue which can greatly affect a business. Downtime Protection coverage pays a weekly income if your truck is in the shop and provides a lump sum payment should your truck be written off or stolen. Liability Insurance Sometimes combined with truck insurance, Commercial General Liability will cover you for risks associated with your business outside of operating your truck and is an important coverage to have in place. Your insurance broker is a great resource to help you sort through your coverage options and what limits you should have. When purchasing any insurance it is important to work with a reputable broker which has experience working in the trucking industry. For over 25 years National Truck League has been providing industry leading coverage and peace of mind
to Owner/Operators across Canada. We are always pleased to provide a needs analysis to our clients to help ensure they have adequate protection for themselves, their family and their business.
By Rod Stiller President of National Truck League Insurance Solutions
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Toughest states for hours of service violations in US By Sim Howell ecent studies carried out by Overdrive indicate that most of their readers have experience the hour of service violation in one way or another over the two year period. One of the 10 states which focused more on hours in their truck safety enforcement departments were more likely to have issued the violations. States are quickly increasing their focus to driver inspections. 2011-12 periods there were just three states above the 20% mark for hour’s violations when Overdrive CSA’s Data Trail Series began with analysis. Today there are numerous states that are above the mark. There are particular states that’s extending there enforcement departments on hours violation in a big way. In 2014, Arkansas was on the lime light as almost a third of its total written violations were accounted for. This was a huge improvement up from 15% of all violations issued in 2011. The percentage difference is gone up to 41 percent. During this period, the violation totals has decreased overall in the state. Although the state is facing a major manpower challenge, the number of inspection that they have performed especially in the past nine months is remarkable. Inspection is unlikely to be given to truckers hauling the highways of Arkansas. The percentage of the total number of violations formed the basis of ranking all the states. The states were ranked according to hours service violation issued to drivers. Oregon topped the list in 2013 but dropped a point in the 2014 data analysis. David McKane, Oregon’s Department
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of Transportation truck enforcement manager, stated that they have a daily goal to reduce the number of truck at fault crashes. They determine possible causes of the crash when a report is filed. Most of the crashes are caused by driver’sbehaviour and not the vehicle failure according to their observations. Indiana tops the list in violations moving type infractions on inspections report. The easiest way to avoid inspection in Indiana is to adhere to all the traffic rules and drive according
2015 top 10 toughest states for hours violations: Arkansas 35.6% Wyoming 23.0% North Dakota 22.8% Oregon 22.1% Colorado 21.9% Indiana 21.1% Kansas 20.7% Iowa 17.8% South Dakota 17.5% Nevada 15.8% Percentage of Clean Inspections: 26.4% Just out of the Top 10 toughest States at No 12 Nationally National Average: 40%
to the speed limits in and out of the state. The main forces of the enforcement are to change what they view as the primary causes of truck crushes. Overall inspections in Indiana take place miles from the weigh station locations. This has provided a steady rate since 2011. Overall inspections nationwide are done outside of fixed weigh station which adds up to 59%. Marking a moving violation on violations report without an attendant citation is a common practice in Indiana unlike in Oregon where you have to add attendant citation.However, the citations can be challenged in court.
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Panama- A game changer for U.S. trucking Continued from page 25
“We expect cargo expansion as a result of the widened Panama Canal to be incremental but steady as shipping lines take advantage of cost savings of an allwater route to serve the U.S. Southeast market,” says Griff Lynch, incoming executive director for Georgia Ports Authority. PANAMA’S ECONOMIC GROWTH The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) earns high marks for generating hype and selling the public on the undeniable economic potential of the Panama Canal Expansion could have for the country’s economy. The country’s economy actually grew 4 percent in 2009 at the beginning of the global financial crisis, and GDP accelerated
from $25 billion to $46 billion from 2009 to 2015 with a boom in exports. The Panama Canal contributes roughly 6 percent to Panama’s GDP, but global maritime trade decelerated in recent years, and the Panama Canal’s share of that pie has dropped from 3 percent in 2006 to just 2.3 percent in 2014. The expansion, which ACP says can double or even triple the canal’s capacity, serves as a chance to reclaim business lost to other shipping routes and capture an ever-growing share of Neopanamax vessels that until now have been too big to navigate its waters. An Exclusive report from CCJdigital.com
Skin Cancer & UV Exposure While Driving Continued from page 27
Wear a Hat both in and Outside of the Vehicle- A brimmed hat can offer additional protection from the sun. Wear one every day when you are behind the wheel. Depending on the length of your hair, your scalp may also be at risk of a burn. Wearing a hat can protect your scalp in the same way that sunscreen would protect any other part of your body. Wearing a fedora like Indiana Jones won’t hurt either. UV Clothing- If you do not wish to wear sunscreen under your attire, you could invest in UV clothing. Most sporting goods shops and department n
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stores carry a wide range of styles and sizes these days. Shop! Watch for Early Signs of Possible Skin Cancer- Prevention is always better than cure. Early detection of skin cancer is essential for a good prognosis. Caught early, skin cancer is highly treatable and in most cases outcomes are very favorable. If you detect any abnormalities on your skin, such as rough spots, discolorations or moles, please see a doctor immediately. It could literally save your life. Be it a beach day or a normal work day, don’t forget to use protection. From the sun! n
ELD Mandate Likely Withstands Coming Legal Challenges Continued from page 9
The organization now faces a 500-pages-long new mandate that makes ELDs non negotiable, but also specifically protects drivers by defining harassment as any action taken against an employee, driver, or independent contractor that, based on information gathered by an ELD, encourages or leads to the violation hours-of-service rules. www.thetruckingnetwork.ca
In an official response filed June 15, the FMCSA counted that its mandate “sets up a process for drivers to report harassment to the FMCSA, and then take enforcement actions based on allegations and substantiation,” according to Wiseman, in addition to outlining explicit technical rules for muting devices while drivers are in sleeper berths and requiring driver certification for any logbook edits by management.
It’s not What you say, it’s How you say it.
Continues from page 26 If you have to discipline a Driver, avoid doing it by email and definitely don’t copy others unless they are involved in the process. Take five minutes to pick up the phone, or better yet have a face-to-face conversation when at all possible so that they can hear the tone in your voice. With email and satellite message, tone is so often misinterpreted and we all know how that can get blown out of proportion. I’d be willing to bet that our starter was just having a bad day and probably never gave his comments to us another thought. Funny, I’m sure he didn’t realize his comment would ever be written about a few years either. It doesn’t matter if you’re a Dispatcher, Maintenance Manager, Safety Manager or Recruiter, everyone has skin in the Driver Retention game. Don’t let your words or tone be the final straw that makes them head down the road and pull into a competitor’s terminal for that coffee they have been offered and turned down so many times before.
FMCSA Fires Back Response To OOIDA In Latest ELD Mandate Battle Continues from page 10 OOIDA has argued that even the revised mandate’s responses to what the Seventh Circuit court previously ruled were insufficient harassment protections in the FMCSA’s earlier 2010-issued mandate still leave drivers vulnerable to inevitable Fourth Amendment illegal search and seizure violations through the rule’s tracking requirements. In turn, the agency has countered that trucking’s “long tradition of close government supervision” makes infringment upon the privacy of drivers an inescapable reality with or without ELDs.
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