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Missouri’s trucking industry is essential to the state’s economy, and in order to stay safe on the road, good brakes are critical for the operators of commercial motor vehicles.
“As Missouri’s highways become more congested it is very important that everyone share the road safely and ensure that the equipment they are operating is in excellent condition,” said Tom Crawford, president of the Missouri Trucking Association.
That’s why the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance again will sponsor an annual Brake Safety Week this year Sept. 12-18. Commercial vehicle safety enforcement organizations around North America will be performing inspections of commercial motor vehicles to ensure they are in compliance with federal, state, provincial and local laws, regulations and ordinances.
“This week reminds everyone involved with the safe operation of commercial vehicles that being able to stop a truck is just as important as keeping the motor running,” said Leanna Depue, chair of the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety’s Executive Committee. “Truck brakes require regular adjustment and upkeep to maintain stopping power.”
Braking systems receive a lot of attention from motor carriers and commercial motor vehicle inspectors like those with the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the Missouri Department of Transportation and metropolitan police departments. These certified professionals will be working together to complete inspections and to emphasize proper brake maintenance when speaking with drivers, mechanics and motor carrier safety managers.
In 2009, the most often cited problems were brakes that were out of adjustment and brake hose or tubing problems. That year, 40,000 violations were recorded during inspections by the MSHP, MoDOT and metropolitan police departments.
“Motor carriers do a great job of maintaining braking systems,” Depue said. “Another thing they can do is buckle up so they stay in the driver’s seat during a crash and can use their brakes to the biggest advantage, protecting themselves and other motorists.”
For more information on highway safety, visit www.savemolives.com/.
Missouri’s trucking industry is essential to the state’s economy, and in order to stay safe on the road, good brakes are critical for the operators of commercial motor vehicles.
“As Missouri’s highways become more congested it is very important that everyone share the road safely and ensure that the equipment they are operating is in excellent condition,” said Tom Crawford, president of the Missouri Trucking Association.
That’s why the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance again will sponsor an annual Brake Safety Week this year Sept. 12-18. Commercial vehicle safety enforcement organizations around North America will be performing inspections of commercial motor vehicles to ensure they are in compliance with federal, state, provincial and local laws, regulations and ordinances.
“This week reminds everyone involved with the safe operation of commercial vehicles that being able to stop a truck is just as important as keeping the motor running,” said Leanna Depue, chair of the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety’s Executive Committee. “Truck brakes require regular adjustment and upkeep to maintain stopping power.”
Braking systems receive a lot of attention from motor carriers and commercial motor vehicle inspectors like those with the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the Missouri Department of Transportation and metropolitan police departments. These certified professionals will be working together to complete inspections and to emphasize proper brake maintenance when speaking with drivers, mechanics and motor carrier safety managers.
In 2009, the most often cited problems were brakes that were out of adjustment and brake hose or tubing problems. That year, 40,000 violations were recorded during inspections by the MSHP, MoDOT and metropolitan police departments.
“Motor carriers do a great job of maintaining braking systems,” Depue said. “Another thing they can do is buckle up so they stay in the driver’s seat during a crash and can use their brakes to the biggest advantage, protecting themselves and other motorists.”
For more information on highway safety, visit www.savemolives.com/.
