Buchanan Driver Newsletter
December 17, 2021
DRIVER MEETING TOMORROW - SATURDAY,
DECEMBER 18, 2021
10A EST
CSA November Detail:
 
  • Thank you to all drivers continuing to choose safety as their habit and ensuring their equipment is defect-free going down the road

  • Thank you to all drivers receiving clean inspections
 
  • BHRI is still in Hours of Service Intervention/Alert Status with the FMCSA = MANDATORY INSPECTION STATUS
  • DOWN 2% - DOT threshold for vehicle Maintenance
  • 231 new violations points, 132 aging points fell off (violations 2+ years old)
  • 17 NEW violations
  • 12 - Vehicle Maint.: See Below
  • 3 - Unsafe driving : Speeding 6-10 mph over posted limit X2, improper lane change
  • 1 - Driver Fitness: Suspended license for insurance lapse on personal vehicle
  • 1 - Hours of Service:  Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty, off duty, or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes
Celebrate Buchanan Shout Outs with us!

We appreciate all that everyone on our team does every day. Sometimes, we have a a big win to celebrate and other times, someone deserves a shout out because they make our days a little brighter. Join us as we celebrate each other and take a moment to give a fellow Buchanan team member a shout out!
December's Hidden Treasures is to highlight those individuals who fly a little more under the radar. Those who seem to sneak in and work without disruption or distraction. And especially those in satellite offices who help make Buchanan the growing company it's proud to be.

Chosen recipients will be awarded a $50 Gift Card, choice of charity for Buchanan to donate $50 to in their name, and a feature on the website for being December's Hidden Treasure!
CONGRATULATIONS
are in order as Jessica Studle was recently promoted to the position of Vice President of Safety at BHRI.
TIME TO DISCUSS WINTER DRIVING CONDITIONS​

Winter is here...
Extreme weather and poor driving conditions / driver impact & decision making

Prepare- for freezing temperatures is essential- Keep cold weather gear, blanket, cell phone charger, and extra food & water in cab​
What do you carry?​
Avoid Distractions- Set yourself up for a successful trip – get your sleep & put your phone away. Stress causes fatigue- try to button up issues before going out​
Be Attentive- Watch for slowing traffic - focus on how to react to a hazardous situation ​
Maintain One Lane- avoid hopping lanes and aggressive actions- you’ll find yourself in a ditch, jackknife, and/or a crash involving not just you​
OBSERVE SPEED LIMIT then adjust properly for road conditions. Slow Down.​
Stay Back – you gain nothing by following too close – maintain space and get there when you get there - safely

SHARPEN YOUR DEFENSIVE DRIVING SKILLS

  • AIM HIGH IN STEERING- space + time = better decision making- *gather your info early*​
  • GET THE BIG PICTURE- 7 seconds minimum for following distance- add an additional second for each hazard- snow or high winds​
  •  KEEP YOUR EYES MOVING- Ever forget the last few miles? Stay focused on what’s going on around you- Stay off autopilot​
  • LEAVE YOURSELF AN OUT- Have your Plan B in mind- Don’t wait until last minute to create space/have a plan​
  • MAKE SURE THEY SEE YOU- Short blast of city/air horn to communicate- lights/flashers/turn signals- Use eye contact in confined areas
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REMINDERS FROM SAFETY
Prepare for:​
  • Vehicle Inspections​
  • Maintenance​
  • Route Planning​
  • Roadside Emergencies
  • Pay Extra Attention to your inspections… ​
  • PRE, POST, INTERIM ​
  • Resolve any maintenance issue without delay
IF YOU THINK ITS NOT SAFE TO OPERATE - SHUT IT DOWN
THIS IS IMPORTANT. DO NOT MISS THIS.
Social Media posts from behind the wheel…is still from behind the wheel! Don’t get caught up in that mess. 
DO NOT POST TO SOCIAL MEDIA, OF ANY KIND,
WHILE OPERATING A CMV AND / OR WHILE IN DRIVE STATUS

FACEBOOK POSTS, TIK TOKS, INSTAGRAM REELS, ETC. FROM BEHIND THE WHEEL CANNOT BE CREATED HANDS FREE. DOING SO IS A VIOLATION OF BUCHANAN POLICY AND IS GROUNDS FOR DISCIPLINE AND / OR TERMINATION.

DO NOT GET CAUGHT UP IN THIS MESS.
THIS IS AN OFF-DUTY, PERSONAL ACTIVITY.
INTRODUCING: BUCHANAN BOOKSHELF
New Years resolutions often remind us of our intent to read more. While the intention to do so may be present, the bookstore or library can often feel overwhelming!

Let's come together and recommend our favorite books to each other heading into the new year!


Take a moment NOW and share your favorite book, of any genre, via the form below. The "Buchanan Bookshelf" of recommendations from your colleagues and friends will be available
December 21, 2021!

It will only take a moment to contribute - do so today!
Still reading? THANK YOU!
For doing what you're supposed to .... enter your name and truck number at the form to the right and be entered to win a $50 gift card from a vendor of your choice!
Drawing will take place on Tuesday, November 21, 2021.
For Your Convenience: State Chain Laws
While winter may be a distant thought, the time to prepare is now. Some state chain laws take effect October 1. Please review the included resource and be in-the-know. Contact your Driver Manager with any questions.
WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Too often, the winter driving tips come from those sitting behind a desk. We'd like to share YOUR winter driving tips with our new drivers and also with those driving passenger vehicles.

OO / LP Drivers: The below is the guidance for CO Drivers and BHRI employees. The information below is based on current guidelines put forth. While Buchanan recommends you follow the same guidelines, the specific protocols, PTO references, etc. outlined below are not necessarily applicable for you.
If you are experiencing any of the below symptoms, please stay home, contact your supervisor and visit www.BuchananHauling.com/Covid
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