Trucking Business Safety Program
Safety For Your Trucking Business
Most of the Trucking Contractors are either Independent Owner Operators, or larger companies with multiple trucks. The Independent Owner Operator (IOO) can register through the BC Forest Safety Council website as can the larger companies with 2 to 5 employees, 6 to 19 and over 20 employees.
Kennedy Forest and Safety Consultant can help you establish and maintain an efficient and organized trucking small business safety program in BC. Keeping your safety program up-to-date will improve business prospects and profitability. Book an exploratory meeting to get started today.
Safety Tips for Your Business
Keep Accurate Records
Professional Drivers are required to fill out their log books timely and accurately. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Enforcement (CVSE) Officers will be checking Log books if you get stopped. They are also looking for deficiencies with your vehicle that may make it unsafe to be on the highway.
Pre-Trip Inspection
Before heading out to work, check over your vehicle and identify any deficiencies in your logbook. Ensure you make a not of the below:
- Lights are working properly
- Tires inspected for deficiencies
- Brakes adjusted and working properly
- Check engine fluids
- First aid kits/spill kits on board
- Tavel plan left with someone for check-in
Are You Okay To Drive?
Are you rested and able to perform your job? You are responsible for your own safety as well as the safety of others on the road. Our road safety services program in BC can help ensure your safety.
Our Office
PO Box 1187 Stn Main
Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4P3
Contact Us
Phone: (250) 267-3722
Email: kennedysafety@gmail.com
Office Hours
Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
Sat-Sun: Closed