Highway Thru Hell - From TV ....

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  1. Runawayscreaming

    Runawayscreaming Medium Load Member

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    I would not abandon the truck, especially if it is a roadway hazard. I carry winter wear, reflective vests and a flagperson's Stop/Slow handheld sign. I would:

    - Turn off the headlights
    - Turn on the four-ways
    - Leave the marker lights on if the motor is operable
    - Put out the triangles, well behind the truck
    - Leave the truck in case it is hit by another truck
    - Walk up the highway in my reflective safety gear
    - Use my sign to warn approaching traffic there is a hazard ahead
    - Stay well out of the way of speeding trucks that may be sliding off the road when they try to slow down

    I'm sometimes amazed that drivers do not carry proper winter clothing. Due to the nature of the hazardous material that I pull I am not in a position to abandon my truck. I will not be found in the coffee shop in Hope while Jamie Davis tries to figure out what to do with the truck I abandoned.
     
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  3. nate980

    nate980 Road Train Member

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    no kidding^ lol although i would not walk on the highway
     
  4. Macneil

    Macneil Heavy Load Member

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    We don't get as bad of weather up here as they do in BC, but its still bad..never, would I leave my truck like they claim happens on the show!
     
  5. Pinner

    Pinner Medium Load Member

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    The ones leaving their trucks just might be new Canadians that can't produce a valid class 1 licence. Just a guess,I don't live down there. Why else would someone abandon their truck?
     
  6. nate980

    nate980 Road Train Member

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    you are most likely right....
     
  7. kwloo

    kwloo Medium Load Member

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    It would be too cold for sandals...
     
  8. Ahnutts!

    Ahnutts! Bobtail Member

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    Its funny more drivers haven't figured this one out. Five years ago I was running back and fourth to Edmonton for one of those guaranteed over night outfits. They had a no canyon policy, when I arrived at the Edmonton terminal one morning they new I had taken the canyon because the coke had been closed all night. I told the terminal manager he could can me or let me do my job as I saw fit. I worked there a few more months before I quit. Most times if its snowing on the coke, its raining in the canyon.
     
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  9. Prairie Boy

    Prairie Boy Road Train Member

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    Hey Pinner.


    Ric is Chairman of the Board of HNL. Bob German took his place as Pres. and CEO.

    RIC PETERSON, Calgary, Alberta
    Mr. Ric Peterson, 51, is the Chairman of the Board of Horizon North Logistics Inc. Prior thereto, Mr. Peterson was the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Horizon from June 2006 to January 1, 2010 and President of Horizon from November 3, 2008 to January 1, 2010. From January 2005 until May 2006, Mr. Peterson was the President and Chief Executive Officer of Producers Oilfield Services Ltd. Prior thereto, Mr. Peterson was the President of Formula Transport Ltd. from 1991 to 2005. Mr. Peterson has over twenty five years of business experience in a variety of sectors. Mr. Peterson's continued association with Horizon brings with it a proven track record of business development successes.

    Mr. Peterson has been a Director of Horizon North Logistics Inc. since June 1, 2006 and is not considered an independent director, as he was formerly member of Management.
    Mr. Peterson also serves on the board of Canyon Services Group.
     
  10. Prairie Boy

    Prairie Boy Road Train Member

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    They disappear on their Magic Carpets.
     
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  11. Pullin2

    Pullin2 Crusty Canuck

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    So we need an image copied here of a Magic Carpet with an 'A' frame, cable and hook !!!!

    :biggrin_255:

    Sorry - I'm just not that creative .....
     
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