The CEO and president of Tri-National, Inc., a NAFTA transportation provider, Robert Rogulic oversees a team of experienced drivers and executives as they provide door-to-door shipping services through the central corridor of the United States. Committed to keeping both his team and citizens safe, Robert Rogulic promotes trucking safety through awards and bonuses. Pre-trip inspections are extremely important because they prevent costly delays and repairs, and reduce the rate of accidents on the road. Many state and federal laws require that drivers check their vehicles before every trip they make, yet some individuals may rush their pre-trip inspection to get on the road faster. A thorough pre-trip inspection involves reviewing all the safety and mechanical features of a truck. This includes checking the brake system, fluid levels, steering system, and tire tread, among other things. If any of these components are faulty, drivers could experience numerous disasters while on the road, such as a failed braking system or runaway trailer. These types of accidents significantly increase the time a truck is non-operational, thus increasing the chance that a driver misses a deadline. Trucks can also be put out of service by state and federal inspectors. Any sign that a vehicle in unsafe for road use may result in a truck being labelled as unfit for operation. Drivers then cannot use these vehicles until the necessary repairs are made. In addition to keeping trucks out of commission, problems that are overlooked during a rushed pre-trip inspection may incur high repair costs. Depending on the specific problem, drivers may need to call mobile mechanics. Unfortunately, roadside repair costs can be up to five times higher than normal. As a result, truckload carriers lose more money for something that could have been avoided.
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AuthorOwner Robert Rogulic functions as the CEO of Tri-National, Inc., a provider of transportation solutions that facilitate companies’ reduction of costs and increase of revenue. Archives
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