Safety Flash Reports

Overhead Object Strikes

info.carriers@transforce.com (TransForce) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:11:48 GMT

Overhead object strikes involving bridges, power lines, trees, and canopies can cause severe injuries, infrastructure damage, and costly vehicle repairs. Download this Safety Flash Report for practical guidance on verifying vehicle height, checking clearances, planning safe routes, and preventing overhead strikes.

Roadside Inspection Alert

info.carriers@transforce.com (TransForce) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:29:26 GMT

Roadside inspections can happen at any time, making preparation essential. Download this Safety Flash Report for tips on required documents, vehicle inspections, professional conduct, and avoiding common violations that can lead to delays or out-of-service orders.

Striking Fixed Objects

info.carriers@transforce.com (TransForce) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:24:20 GMT

Striking fixed objects is a preventable cause of vehicle and property damage. Download this Safety Flash Report for practical tips on checking clearances, managing blind spots, using GOAL, and safely navigating tight spaces.

Landing Gear Safety

info.carriers@transforce.com (TransForce) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:20:33 GMT

Landing gear failures can cause trailers to drop unexpectedly, placing drivers and nearby workers at serious risk. Download this Safety Flash Report to review proper inspection, positioning, and handling practices for safely raising, lowering, and securing trailer landing gear.

Brake Safety Alert

info.carriers@transforce.com (TransForce) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:16:37 GMT

CVSA Brake Safety Week takes place August 23–29, 2026, with inspectors focusing on brake drum and rotor conditions. Download this Safety Flash Report for inspection tips, common out-of-service violations, and steps drivers can take before hitting the road.

Blind Spots and CMV Driving

info.carriers@transforce.com (TransForce) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:42:42 GMT

Commercial vehicles have large blind spots that create serious risks for drivers, cyclists, pedestrians, and nearby vehicles. This report explains the four major No-Zones, safe mirror-scanning practices, early signaling, lane changes, turns, and backing precautions.

Safe Lifting

info.carriers@transforce.com (TransForce) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:39:03 GMT

Improper lifting can lead to serious back, shoulder, and knee injuries. Learn how to assess a load, use proper lifting techniques, avoid twisting, use mechanical equipment, and recognize when a team lift is necessary.

Driver Fatigue

info.carriers@transforce.com (TransForce) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:33:48 GMT

Fatigue can impair a commercial driver’s reaction time, judgment, and awareness. This report reviews common warning signs, fatigue-prevention practices, Hours of Service requirements, and why drivers should stop when they feel drowsy.

Wildfire Smoke and Air Quality

info.carriers@transforce.com (TransForce) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:29:24 GMT

Wildfire smoke can reduce roadway visibility and expose drivers to unhealthy levels of fine particulate matter. Learn how to check air-quality conditions, adjust your driving, protect your health, and respond when smoke affects your route.

Summer Driving Alert

info.carriers@transforce.com (TransForce) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:23:29 GMT

Summer brings increased pedestrian activity, cyclists, road construction, recreational vehicles, and unpredictable neighborhood traffic. Review practical driving precautions for residential streets, parks, construction zones, and other busy summer areas.