18 New Training Videos for Trucking
Vertical Alliance Group is committed to ensuring you have access to the best training videos in the industry. This month we released 18 new safety training videos for you to utilize. The first two video releases focus on coupling and uncoupling a trailer and include:
Coupling – 2016
This video discusses the proper procedures involved in coupling a trailer, including methods of approach and contact and identification of parts and hazards.
Module: Coupling And Uncoupling – 2016
Uncoupling – 2016
This video discusses the proper procedures involved in uncoupling a trailer, including the importance of solid ground, inspection, and personal safety.
Module: Coupling And Uncoupling – 2016
The next four releases focus on best practices when driving at night and include:
Driving in the Dark
This video discusses the many situations you can encounter while driving at night and how to properly respond to them.
Module: Night Driving
Fighting Fatigue
This video discusses how to properly fight nighttime fatigue while driving in the dark.
Module: Night Driving
Preparing for the Dark
This video discusses proper maintenance of your vehicle and your body specifically for nighttime driving.
Module: Night Driving
The Dangers of Night Driving
This video discusses the many dangers of driving during the night time hours.
Module: Night Driving
The next two releases focus on the new DOT Medical Exam forms and include:
DOT Medical Forms Update – Part 1
In this video Lawerence Earl, M.D., discusses the new Medical Examination Report Form and the changes from the previous version.
Module: DOT Medical Forms Update – April 2016
DOT Medical Forms Update – Part 2
In this video Lawerence Earl, M.D., continues his discussion on the new Medical Examination Report Form and the changes from the previous version.
Module: DOT Medical Forms Update – April 2016
The next five videos focus on the new Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and include:
FSMA Imports
This video discusses the effect of the Food Safety Modernization Act on food imports and why the changes are necessary.
Module: FSMA Imports
FSMA Inspections & Compliance
This video discusses the inspection and compliance criteria established by the Food Safety Modernization Act and what the industry can look out for in the future.
Module: FSMA Inspections & Compliance
FSMA Intro & Overview Part 1
This video discusses the Food Safety Modernization Act as a whole. It details the overview of prevention standards and discusses standards for inspections, compliance, and response.
Module: FSMA Intro & Overview Part 1
FSMA Intro & Overview Part 2
This video discusses the Food Safety Modernization Act. It details the overview of import safety, the vital nature of partnership, the approach to implementation, and several of the challenges involved.
Module: FSMA Intro & Overview Part 1
FSMA Preventative Controls
This video discusses the preventative controls being created by the Food Safety Modernization Act and how they can benefit consumers and the industry.
Module: FSMA Preventative Controls
The final five videos are part of our Real. Life. Lessons. Series. and include:
Danger Close Sean fractures his left wrist while falling out of his trailer. Always remain aware of your proximity to danger. Module: Performing Truck/Trailer Maintenance
Hazmat Shoeboxes Harry is injured when part of his shifted load falls on him. Always check the security of your load prior to departure, and treat all loads with respect. Even a shoe box can injure you. Module: Opening/Closing Trailer Door
Tarps Plus Wind Equals Parasailing B.J. is severely injured when trying to restrain a tarp on a windy day. Always remain patient and anticipate trouble. Contact dispatch and ask others for assistance if necessary. Module: Tarping or Untarping
True Cost of a Pallet Jack Connie herniates a disc while pushing freight after she loans out her pallet jack. Make sure you have your material handling aids and use them at all times. Module: Unloading/Assisting/Tailgating Freight
Twelve O’Clock High Virgil sustains a concussion from falling ice while opening his trailer doors. Always check your blind spots, especially twelve o’clock high, prior to opening trailer doors. Module: Opening/Closing Trailer Door
Please contact your client services representative at 877-792-3866, ext. 300, if you have any questions.
