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Regulations aren't about safety

Discussion in 'Trucking Industry Regulations' started by m16ty, Sep 17, 2016.

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  1. Sep 17, 2016 #1
    m16ty

    m16ty Road Train Member

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    Just saw some more proof that regulations have nothing to do with safety.

    Due to the pipeline problem in AL, the TN Governor has issued a state of emergency. This gives any truck hauling fuel the ability to throw their log book out the window and run as much as they wish.

    I guess safety matters as long as all the soccer moms can fuel up their minivan. If not, throw HOS out the window.
     
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  3. Sep 17, 2016 #2
    Dharok

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    It really isn't. I started for a mega with elogs, I was stressed out all the time because of the stupid 14 and the forced 30 min break. Worked briefly for a small outfit and learned how to run like an outlaw, man so much fun. I slept with my regular schedule every day, I didn't get a 30 if I actually felt in the mood of driving, it was great. The only downside is the headache that comes with multiple logs.. it gets annoying after a while. I just wished they let us run how we see fit, at least get rid of that 14/30... Just let me drive my 11 a day or increase it to 13 like the Canadians... I'll be happy. I don't mind elogs, the problem is the hos that are stupid and stressful
     
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  4. Sep 17, 2016 #3
    Dharok

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    If we go into war in the near future, and I think is a real threat, maybe the logbook will get suspended nationwide so that supplies travels faster. I'm going to get my hazmat just in case so I can do some lawful outlaw stuff lol... Maybe companies would take off the speed limiter and let you run 75+ :)
     
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  5. Sep 17, 2016 #4
    tucker

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    Odds are you'll get drafted into the infantry and have to walk around with a heavy backpack
     
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  7. Sep 17, 2016 #5
    Dharok

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    Doubt it, I'm overweight, flat footed, and a single son, no siblings so I think I don't qualify to get drafted :)

    I'll support the country in other ways
     
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  8. Sep 17, 2016 #6
    clausland

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    Don't bet on it....80% of the country is over weight, and Uncle Sam has many efficient ways to get you down to fighting weight quick....
     
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  9. Sep 17, 2016 #7
    w.h.o

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    Isn't there an age limit for the draft, I might still qualified. But in a state of an emergency these situations occur.
     
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  10. Sep 17, 2016 #8
    Dharok

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    Dang, I just read that being an only son doesn't matter... And I'm just turning 24.. so I've got 2 more years of which I can get drafted. Hilary must not get elected!!!
     
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  11. Sep 17, 2016 #9
    Dharok

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    18 1/2 to 26. After 26 you don't get drafted... Still got 2 more years :(
     
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  12. Sep 17, 2016 #10
    pattyj

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    I'm sure there's an exemption somewhere in their thousand plus page law book cncerning HOS.
     
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