This is part one of a three-part series on readying fleets for harsh winter weather. Running a fleet all comes down to control, with meticulous attention given to schedules, fuel costs, maintenance and drivers’ hours of service. No matter the number of vehicles under your purview—a dozen or a thousand—taking care of these constants should mitigate all those pesky variables, like accidents or breakdowns. You can’t control everything, after all.

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Building a gravel driveway is like most construction projects—it requires adequate site preparation. It isn’t merely spreading gravel on the ground, which would cause the driveway to fail after a few days of use. The surface becomes soft and spongy, burying the gravel and making it difficult to drive over.

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Truck drivers play an important role in the economy and it is not like just anyone can drive safely and economically. Drivers have to train and be certified and licensed. Heck, we don’t even let people under the age of 21 drive a truck across state lines. There are a number of drivers out there that have been honored for driving a million accident-free miles. Think about that. How skilled do you have to be to drive a big rig one million miles and never have an accident? I’d say the answer is obvious.

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Moving freight is a tough task that needs experience and expertise, because there is a lot at stack. Only the deliverables are not at stack here, but the commitment and trust. And, any mishap here can lead to the company having a bad market reputation, and would certainly impact the customer satisfaction it provides negatively.

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Driveway snow removal may seem like a mundane task. However, if done improperly, it can be an injury waiting to happen. Here are a few vital steps to help keep your employees safe and injury-free while they are keeping the driveway and sidewalks safe for others.

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