Forklifts are widely used in the transport, freight and logistics industries. Too often the safe operating of forklifts is a neglected area in safety training and not enough focus is placed on the effective maintenance and repair of these vehicles. We decided to approach Sean Gray from Nosa Training to […]
SA National Defence Force soldiers confiscated a vehicle worth approximately R 100 000,00 and arrested the offenders transporting scrap metals worth around R 15 000,00 to Zimbabwe through the illegal border crossing of the Eastern part of Beitbridge Port of Entry. Intelligence Bureau SA
On the Arrive Alive website we find a rather comprehensive discussion on Safe Driving in Bad Weather. We decide to gain some additional insights by way of a Q&A with Sean Gray from Nosa Training. This is aimed specifically at our truck drivers and their unique challenges! What would be […]
Plan Ahead: One of the most important things you can do before hitting the road is to check the forecast. Is it going to rain? If so, how much? How much of your route that day will be in the rain? Are there any supplies (umbrellas, rain jackets, etc.) that […]
3 Points of Contact: Remember to employ three points of contact at all times when entering or exiting the tractor, trailer, or climbing onto or down from the catwalk. This means always having both hands and one foot or both feet and one hand in contact with your equipment. Making […]
The diligence of the detectives attached to the Provincial Organised Crime Unit (Anti-hijacking Unit) led to the recovery of stolen property worth millions in storage facilities in Stikland and Bellville South. Last night, 19 October 2020, the members acted on information after a truck transporting cigarettes was hijacked on 15 […]
A truck reportedly recovered in Verulam on Alumein Street near Clairwood hospital Driver still missing Missing Blue 13.5 m Moto trail Trailer Reg: JR20PTGP Signage: TYE TRANS 12m export. CAAU5067860. Contents: Shoprite Mixed Goods
October is Transport Month. During this month the Department of Transport and its entities will showcase transport infrastructure services in aviation; maritime; public transport and roads. This month will also be used to further advance the country’s road safety initiatives, while also creating awareness of the economic benefits of the […]
A Toyota Hino truck that was hijacked was recovered and two employees of a bread delivery company who were held hostage during the ordeal were located by members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA). Reaction Officers received a call from Tracker reporting signals from the hijacked vehicle being received in […]
We should all be able to identify the high risks (overweight, chain smoker, diabetic, high/low blood pressure, cholesterol, unhealthy eating habits) and understand the dangers that could present while driving. Understand or know the symptoms when they present that could have a negative impact on safe driving behaviour (uncomfortable chest, […]
Call to Action – War against the truckers in South Africa - Truck and Freight Information Online
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Mr President Again, the road freight companies (truckers) find themselves being attacked by forces under the pretext of foreign nationals “taking jobs away from citizens”. This results in damaged and totally destroyed lives, companies, employment opportunities, economic activity, goods, vehicles...RFA Labour Indaba Answers Some of the Unknowns - Truck and Freight Information Online
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Cyber bullying, virtual sexual harassment, remote work challenges, effective decision-making in the face of uncertainty: these are some of the challenges we are encountering as we enter the ‘Next Normal’. Not to mention existing trucking industry challenges such as changing legislation, mounting...
