Dropped a trailer pulling away from the dock.

Sounds like another "high hooker" to me. Did you check the 5th wheel before moving? 5th wheels rarely, if ever fail, and yes, you could be on the hook with this one. I probably wouldn't have said anything, but like you say, cameras are everywhere. Have to wait and see, and make sure you check that 5th wheel. Typically, a high hook, where the pin rides over the jaws, won't come loose until you turn. Good luck.

 

I don't see why you'd be fired. No damage, you learned a lesson and you'll most likely double check this from now on , and most importantly you called and told someone what happened. We're all human and going to make mistakes. If I was your boss I'd be impressed that you owned your mistake and didn't try to hide it . We learn for our mistakes and thankfully no damage no one hurt . I wouldn't worry about it if I was you.

 

Well, I certainly wouldn't resign, you didn't kill anyone, I'd wait and see how they view it. My union job, that would have been a "chargeable" offense, like blowing a tire or hitting a deer, 3 and you were out. If you haven't had any other infractions, you may be let off the hook with an aXX chewin', but I wouldn't resign just yet.

 

How is hitting a deer chargeable to a driver? How are you supposed to avoid that just asking? There are 9 deer laying on the side and in median in a stretch of I-20 as of Friday, between mile 1 and 12. They are plentiful as rats here close to the river.

 

My personal belief is telling them was the way to go. Some places would see it on video or someone would report it and they won't tolerate dishonesty. At least you can live with yourself. They also know they have an honest employee. Good for you.

 

Luckily you weren’t heavy!

This one happened 6 years ago at Food Lion. Some drivers trailer came disconnected leaving the dock and bowled over two loaded trailers!