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Newsletter archives
September 2023
Main topics:
- As seasons change, tires and safety plans need to change too
- RiskCheck workshop is back – In person!
- How to… inspect a vehicle
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August 2023
Main topics:
- You need written safe driving procedures. Use our template
- 11 questions to ask your roadside workers
- How to… manage blind spots
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July 2023
Main topics:
- Do your drivers know what to do when they see an AFAD?
- Vehicles used for work are deemed workplaces
- How to… drive drive in summer
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June 2023
Main topics:
- Use our checklist to help keep crews safe in work zones
- Revamped 1-hour course covers risk assessment
- How to… drive around trucks
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May 2023
Main topics:
- Cone Zones save lives. Our new website has the tools you need
- New webinar steers staff to safer driving
- How to… train and communicate
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April 2023
Main topics:
- Intersections are dangerous. Here’s how to reduce the risks
- When tuning up your vehicle, do a safety inspection too
- How to… identify road safety hazards
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March 2023
Main topics:
- No one plans to crash. But do you plan not to?
- Any driver could be a driver
- How to… prevent aggressive driving
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February 2023
Main topics:
- The February blahs are a thing behind the wheel too
- Ending work from home? Give drivers reminders
- How to… drive when roads flood
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January 2023
Main topics:
- Culture is a foundation of crash prevention. Here’s how to build it
- Got 3 minutes? Plan your trip
- How to… assess drivers
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December 2022
Main topics:
- Here’s what employers and drivers need to know about chaining up
- Sign up for the 2023 Road Safety Planner
- How to… keep drivers safe over the holidays
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November 2022
Main topics:
- New Shift into Winter website puts driving safety at your fingertips
- Need ideas? Follow Vancouver’s lead
- How to… avoid hydroplaning
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October 2022
Main topics:
- More resources, easier navigation, at our new website
- Cold weather? Use winter tires
- How to… avoid wildlife
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September 2022
Main topics:
- Here’s what employers need to know about winter driving
- Law requires winter tires
- How to… investigate crashes
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August 2022
Main topics:
- Cone Zone setup is often overlooked as risk for workers.
- Crash investigation can lead to prevention.
- How to… back up safely.
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July 2022
Main topics:
- Slow Down, Move Over to keep people safe.
- Road trip tips.
- How to… investigate crashes.
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June 2022
Main topics:
- Training helps Cone Zone workers stay safe. Make sure you’ve got it.
- Course helps employers meet road safety responsibilities.
- How to … properly set up vehicle mirrors.
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May 2022
Main topics:
- It’s up to all of us to help keep roadside workers safe in Cone Zones.
- Firm finds lasting road safety benefits.
- How to … create safe work procedures.
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April 2022
Main topics:
- It’s peak season for collisions with wildlife. It doesn’t have to be.
- Avoiding aggressive drivers.
- How to … set up your vehicle.
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March 2022
Main topics:
- Interactive Snapshot gives you a look under your hood.
- Preventing car-truck collisions.
- How to … avoid hydroplaning.
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January 2022
Main topics:
- Did you know that distracted driving is more than just phones?
- Safety engages employees.
- How to … maintain traction.
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December 2021
Main topics:
- Tis the season… for winter driving reminders. We make it easy for you.
- Road Safety Planner 2022 helps reach your goals.
- Supply chain issues? Safety may be the solution.
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November 2021
Main topics:
- Winter drivers need to master the skill of reading the road.
- Is texting the new impaired driving?
- How to… assess drivers.
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October 2021
Main topics:
- Are you using the right tires for winter?
- Emergency kits prepares you for the unexpected.
- How to …reduce driver fatigue.
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September 2021
Main topics:
- Shift into Winter for Mother Nature’s ultimate road test.
- What makes driving 5x riskier?
- How to …avoid aggressive drivers.
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August 2021
Main topics:
- Driving for work at any time is dangerous.
- Check brakes. Stop crashes.
- How to … manage blind spots.
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July 2021
Main topics:
- A new approach to managing driver fatigue.
- 3 steps to road safety.
- How to … back up safely.
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June 2021
Main topics:
- When employees drive, employers are responsible.
- Road safety culture pays.
- How to … drive safely in a Cone Zone.
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May 2021
Main topics:
- Spot the Cone Zones … and slow down.
- Better late than never (speeding).
- How to … avoid wildlife collisions.
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April 2021
Main topics:
- Vehicle inspections reduce risk.
- How crash investigations help you.
- Quiz: Supervisor responsibilities.
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March 2021
Main topics:
- Keep your mind on your driving.
- Help your seatbelt help you.
- Reduce intersection risks.
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February 2021
Main topics:
- Brush up on your winter driving.
- Keeping roadside workers safe.
- Assessing driver qualifications.
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January 2021
Main topics:
- Plan now for road safety all year.
- Pandemic forces changes to driver training.
- Adjust your mirrors to improve safety.
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