Let’s review what new safety events and DOT compliance requirements are coming up in February.
February is American Heart Month and a perfect time for employers to promote awareness of heart and cardiovascular disease concerning their truck drivers' health.
It’s no surprise that truck drivers are at high risk for heart disease. Higher rates of smoking, poor diet, lack of physical exercise, irregular sleep, and stress are major risk factors for heart disease and strokes.
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), truck drivers are twice as likely to be obese compared to other US workers. Being obese or overweight can increase the risk of heart health issues.
That said, simple lifestyle changes, both at home and on the road, can make a big difference in truck driver health conditions. Here are some suggestions to pass on to your drivers:
Having a healthy fleet is a vital step toward having a happy one, too. Check out our other Foley blog articles related to truck driver health:
Now that we’ve covered the major awareness events on our safety calendar, here are the annual conferences and organizational meets that will take place this month around the country:
Hosted at the Venetian in Las Vegas, NV from February 10–12, Manifest is the leading industry event that brings together innovators in the supply chain and logistics sector. From top executives of Fortune 500 global supply chains to emerging startup logistics providers, the event showcases a diverse array of participants. Attendees will have unparalleled access to the key players and cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of global movement.
Learn more about Manifest here.
The 2025 Super Bowl premieres on February 9. Each year, the Super Bowl garners millions of viewers, many of whom like to cheer on their favorite team by partying, celebrating, and drinking.
To help keep everyone safe on the roads, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is teaming up with State and local highway traffic safety advocates and organizations to remind football enthusiasts: Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk. Do what you can to spread the word and be safe!
Safety will be a major topic, along with regulations, compliance, and other pressing issues at the Specialized Transportation Symposium from February 18-20 at the Sheraton Charlotte Hotel in Charlotte, NC.
Each year, this symposium brings together the industry’s foremost specialized transportation professionals and government officials to discuss some of the most critical topics in specialized transportation today. There will be education sessions and first-rate speakers in addition to an exhibit arena with 60 booths.
In an initiative to advance roadway safety, the ATTSA’s annual event will be held February 28-March 4, 2025 in Orlando, FL. There will be nearly 50 educational sessions covering a variety of relevant topics, including modernizing teen driver work zone safety, digital traffic sign printing, creating a strong safety culture, and many more that would benefit anyone in the road work or transportation spaces.
Keep an eye out for other DOT compliance events, such as Foley’s regularly scheduled webinars, to stay up to date on the latest compliance news and recommendations. Have a question or need help with your DOT compliance now? Don’t hesitate to contact our experts!