Are all companies like this one?

Consider wind. Across Much of Montana and the upper plains the last week or so, winds have been blowing -during the day- at 35-45 MPH with gusts to 60+, mostly in a west to east direction.

But the thing is if you don't run at night while the wind speed is down, you're going to be sitting for a week or more while this setup remains in place. So my point is it's fine to "be safe", but you have to recognize openings and move, whenever it happens. Also, don't be the one who shuts down at the least Wx problem, and then complain they can't make any money.

Everything is relative. But I will agree, high winds blowing across the side can be dangerous, and there is nothing much you can do to prevent a blowover when that 70 MPH sustained gust hits out of the blue as you enter that gulch or saddle or come out of the tree break. To me, driving 5 hours in severe cross winds are much more "stressful" then driving on snow/ice, loaded light or heavy.

 

In that case i would probably just lie and claim i know that driver (even if i dont) and hes an idiot.

 

Most companies WANT you to run regardless of the conditions, but most will understand if you don't. It's cheaper for them to pay for a delayed shipment than a wrecked truck/damaged freight.

Just remember, NO LOAD IS WORTH YOUR LIFE.

 

Remember, in the end, you are going to be the one help accountable for everything that happens. If something bad happens, the company you're working for is going to point to your orientation and say we taught him to pull over and be safe in these kinds of situations. Your decision, your responsibility. The common points among everyone's posts here, use definite words, "unsafe" and "dangerous" do get their attention. And use them on your Qualcomm or in text/email from your phone, a paper trail is the most important part. If they call and try and tell you stuff, tell them to send a message. The most important part to remember is that you are responsible for your decisions and that those choices you make will follow you for a long time during your career. There are companies that truly do want you to be safe, hopefully, you can find one, because it sounds like the one you're at is not. Safe Travels!

 

Only you know what you feel safe doing.

 

The short answer here could be yes/no, bottom line is, it is the drivers responsibility to make sure driving conditions are suitable for safe driving, if its to dangerous to be on the road then get off.