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Resources to help fleets reduce risk and stay compliant, including driver safety, regulations, DOT requirements, training, risk management, and vehicle safety technologies.

Products•October 14, 2014

Soft-Close Door Device

SLAMSTOP works with all standard driver and passenger doors, as well as sliding doors, using a unique sensor that automatically monitors when a vehicle’s door reaches a specific distance from the car frame, triggering a sensor to secure the door shut the rest of the way.

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News•October 14, 2014

Report: Aerial Work Platform Fatalities for First Half of 2014

Out of the 23 fatalities involving aerial work platforms reported worldwide, more than half occurred in the U.S. These findings are part of the International Powered Access Federation’s accident report for the first half of 2014.

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News•October 13, 2014

Fleet Safety Video Tip: Recognizing HOV Lane Hazards

High-occupancy lanes can improve commuter times and encourage car pooling. But they also can pose some unique safety issues.

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News•October 13, 2014

OSHA Fines Company $168k for Deaths of Linemen

OSHA said the deaths of the two Massachusetts Bay Electrical Corp. workers in the April 12, 2014 crane tip-over could have been prevented if their employer had set up and operated the crane according to the manufacturer's instructions and trained employees in its proper operation.

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News•October 10, 2014

Operation Safe Driver Week Increases Traffic Safety

Law enforcement agencies will be stepping up traffic safety enforcement and education aimed at unsafe driving behaviors for Operation Safe Driver Week, a week-long event sponsored by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

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News•October 10, 2014

San Diego Pays $950k to Victim Injured in City Water Truck Crash

In June 2012, James Heath suffered neck and arm injuries when a city water truck collided with his sport utility vehicle in San Carlos.

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News•October 8, 2014

Omix-ADA Recalls Floor Mats for Trucks, SUVs

The aftermarket floor mats might shift forward and interfere with accelerator pedals.

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Articles•by Shelley Mika•October 8, 2014

Acing Your Bucket Truck Inspection

Bucket and crane trucks pose greater safety risks than some other fleet equipment. Because employees’ lives may be at risk, careful inspection and maintenance of these vehicles are essential.

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Products•October 7, 2014

Custom Mud Flaps

Minimizer Custom Mud Flaps are made of durable polyethylene material and are constructed for consistent thickness.

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News•October 7, 2014

Cleveland Utilities Reminds Drivers to 'Move Over'

Cleveland Utilities is ramping up its efforts to keep workers safe. The utility recently added “move over” bumper stickers to its fleet, as a visual reminder to drivers on top of the flashing lights, cones, and signs.

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