Tanker trucking safety

Essential Tools for Truck Drivers on the Road – Part 2
Essential Tools for Truck Drivers on the Road – Part 2 1920 960 James J. Williams

Part 2 is here! We are talking about some essential tools that every James J. Williams Tanker driver needs. Here’s part 2 of our ongoing series, “Essential Tools for Truck Drivers on the Road.” Spare Cell Phone Instead of throwing away an old cell phone…

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Tanker Driver Tips for Safe Night Driving
Tanker Driver Tips for Safe Night Driving 1920 960 James J. Williams

Many refrigerated and heavy haul drivers will find themselves driving more and more at night as we continue Fall months into winter. Whether it’s before the sun comes up or after the sun sets, there are no DOT rules that govern the time of day…

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Fall Driving Tips for James J Williams Drivers
Fall Driving Tips for James J Williams Drivers 1920 960 James J. Williams

As we enter the fall season, truck drivers across the country are making important adjustments to their rigs and driving habits. To stay safe during the fall season, truck drivers should understand the following hazards and check out the Fall Driving Tips for Tanker Drivers.…

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3 Tips for Passing a DOT Level 1 Inspection
3 Tips for Passing a DOT Level 1 Inspection 5184 3456 James J. Williams

Passing a DOT inspection is a regular event in the life of a professional truck driver. However, a failed inspection will cost you on average $851, excluding fines and repair expenses. And that cost can go up – way up. If the inspection results in…

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backing a truck

The 7 Best Tips for Backing a Tanker Truck
The 7 Best Tips for Backing a Tanker Truck 1920 1080 James J. Williams

Backing a commercial tractor and trailer is one of the most dangerous maneuvers a truck driver will ever be asked to do. Roughly 15% of all professional truck driving accidents occur while backing, and backing accidents are almost always preventable. James J Williams Bulk Transport…

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tanker truck interior

Hours of Service for Tanker Truck Drivers
Hours of Service for Tanker Truck Drivers 5472 3648 James J. Williams

Among the highest number of violations each year in the trucking industry are Hours of Service (HOS) violations. And if a tanker driver is cited for exceeding allowed on-duty time by as little as three hours, the personal fine could be $2,750, while the carrier…

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Tanker Truck Tire Maintenance
Tanker Truck Tire Maintenance 1296 792 James J. Williams

Flatbed truck drivers put more miles on their tires than drivers in any other industry. Hauling tens of billions of cargo pounds over hundreds of billions of road-miles annually, professional drivers understand the importance of truck tire maintenance. INSPECTION Required before and after every trip,…

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factors that impact stopping distance

5 Factors That Impact Stopping Distance
5 Factors That Impact Stopping Distance 670 438 James J. Williams

Experienced truck drivers know that a truck’s stopping distance is much more complex than just response time and truck speed. There are five primary environmental factors that can impact stopping distance, and knowing how to respond to them is key to controlling your vehicle. Traction…

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How to prevent a jackknife
How to prevent a jackknife 3960 3024 James J. Williams

It’s winter. That means inclement weather and slick road conditions. James J Williams Bulk Transport is proud to employ the best truck drivers in the industry but, given the right conditions, even the best can find themselves threatened with a jackknifed tanker truck. Planning and…

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How tanker truck drivers can benefit from using ELDs in trucks
How tanker truck drivers can benefit from using ELDs in trucks 1800 1350 James J. Williams

Widely reported and highly anticipated, December 18th marked the beginning of the phase-in compliance timeline for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) Electronic Logging Device (ELD) rule. We at James J. Williams Bulk Transport began the transition in 2009, eight years ahead of the…

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