Every shift
- Pre-trip inspection: brakes, tires, lights, coupling, leaks, emergency equipment.
- Post-trip inspection with defects reported in writing.
- Hours-of-service compliance and fatigue awareness.
- Seat belt and phone-free driving.
On site
- Site orientation and PPE requirements.
- Spotters when backing in tight areas.
- Stop-work authority whenever conditions are unsafe.
Periodically
- Preventive maintenance on schedule.
- Credential and medical card expiration tracking.
- Near-miss reviews and shared lessons learned.
Frequently asked questions
What is stop-work authority?
The right and responsibility of any worker to stop a task they believe is unsafe, without fear of retaliation.