Driver Stops

1. Leave your truck in a secure parking lot or truck stop if possible when other truckers are present; if not be certain someone can watch your vehicle. Park units in a reputable truck stop or secure yard at all times. Facilities with video surveillance are always recommended. Vehicles should be visible if possible.
2. When you stop or leave your tractor ensure the right is turned off and that all doors and access panels remain secure. Never leave your vehicle running with the keys in it; shut off the engine, lock the doors and use an engine kill switch (if possible) and trailer brake locking device (if installed) Recheck the seal to ensure it is secure. Use padlocks on cargo doors.
3. Before leaving or exiting the tractor, look around and become familiar with your surroundings.
4. If team driving leave one person with the truck.
5. Do not stop in “hot spots” or unsafe high crime areas.
6. Do not stop on dark roadways or in deserted areas while waiting to make deliveries.
7. Never take your load home or park in an unsecured area such as parking lots or shopping malls or plazas.
8. Check and use seals, padlocks and kingpin locks when a trailer is dropped.
9. Perform a quick walk-around to check vehicle for foreign objects after all stops. Recheck all doors and seal integrity and seal number.
10. Take your bill of lading and other paperwork when leaving your truck (except for required shipping papers for hazardous materials shipments, which must be left in the truck).
11. Have 24-hour phone numbers available for dispatch, management personnel or others who can be called in case of an emergency.

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