Just another part of the rules that is all bark and no bite. We are constantly told that ultimately it is the drivers responsibility for just about everything. Yet being put in these situations give the driver little choice. Refuse and very likely face poor dispatch, or even firing which of course will NOT be for refusing to do something illegal.
I can never see drivers being penalized for leaving trailers in poor condition. Once they have dropped it "someone else stole the mudflaps" or lights, or flattened the tires. And I do know from hauling tankers for many years that other drivers constantly stole parts off trailers. Proving exactly who did something is problematic.
Might be time to look for a different company? That's the only way things will change.
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Discussion in 'Trucking Industry Regulations' started by rookietrucker, Oct 30, 2009.
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Good grief. Beginning to second guess my decision to come back to this business after a hiatus. Ah, well, I'll take 'em as they come I guess. Crooked bastages.
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I don't think so. My company sends out almost daily little notes regarding CSA and how to 'fly under the radar'. Tricks like following all rules, not drawing attention by doing things like aggressive driving or speeding, or having a single light bulb burned out or splash guards missing.
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Thanks guys n gals for responding to my question. I was beginning to question my own sanity. What to do.... I know by the way I am treated that I am considered their least valuable asset. That's because if I ain't warming the seat of that tractor they can warm it with someone else's ###-set
Seriously, because work is scarce and competition tuff the non-union company drivers are disposable tissue. I believe the tables will turn, but in the meantime...I gotta keep paying the rent.
Is there any other choice or action to take besides quit or close your eyes, hold your nose and hope you get to the T/A before you get pulled over?scottied67 Thanks this. -
I would stop at a scale with a DOT/MOT inspector and ask if there is a number you can call reporting the fact you have been told to take a unit with problems to a repair facility, and what are you suppose to do. If you do not ask there is no chance you and the rest of us will know.
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If you are interested in working for large carriers, you should be worried about following the letter of the law. If you are interested in working for a small carrier, I would suggest having a little flexibility. I can't picture too many small carriers that are willing to pay $200 for a service call to fix a missing mud flap. What would you do if the repair bill was coming out of your pocket?
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It is not my responsibility to move equipment not safe and subject to fines.scottied67 Thanks this. -
Is it really unsafe to move a trailer without a mudflap?
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Is it worth a faulty thing on an inspection?
Are you going to pay the fine?
You going to fight the inspection?
You going to accept the problem with a score?
I am not.
Had a company in 2008 to move a trailer with defective lights. I said I could not. They said to move it during the day.
Also said if I didn't they would find someone to do it.scottied67 Thanks this.
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