Terminated for a Safety issue from Ryder. Didn't secure trailer.

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Truckfit44, Nov 20, 2023.

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  1. Lonesome

    Lonesome Mr. Sarcasm

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    I know I've done it a time or 3....
     
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    So you did a tug test before you went and looked with a flashlight? Or looked with a flashlight and saw the defect and then did a tug test anyhow?

     
    staceydude, Nov 21, 2023
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    One thing that will get you even fired from Schneider, dropping trailer, or high hook.
    You best bet is use a flashlight, even if it’s off of phone.
     
    Judge, Nov 21, 2023
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    A friend was fired by Ryder for cell phone use...

    The inward facing Camara caught him... but wait.... it was their company cell that they run the elog on and the video showed him set it back in the holder BEFORE he started driving...!

    He quit 2 weeks later
     
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    I’ll admit to it, but the trailer hit the frame and I corrected it myself. No harm no foul as far as I’m concerned.
     
    MACK E-6, Nov 21, 2023
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    A little tip from the old school,,,,
    When you return to your truck and before you get in to leave, always take a look at the fifth wheel latch handle. Make sure it hasn’t been pulled.
    A old gimmick to get you to drop your trailer.
     
    mustang190, Nov 21, 2023
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    Coupled, tugged, visual inspection - in that order Passed the tug, failed the visual.
     
    gentleroger, Nov 21, 2023
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    That kind of dirty pool warrants an ### kicking, IMHO.
     
    MACK E-6, Nov 25, 2023
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    So he quit 2 weeks after being fired?

    That is a neat trick.
     
    Moosetek13, Nov 25, 2023
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    Not many details as to exactly how this happened, from the one post wonder.
     
    Moosetek13, Nov 25, 2023
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