Truckers Placard correctly before loading!

Truckers – Hauling Hazmat is lucrative, don’t let the regulations scare you away. Fortunately, there are Apps that run on a mobile, or a tablet, that can calculate the placards that have to go on the rig, ensure that the non-compatible loads don’t get loaded onto your truck. These apps are simple to use and is a must to eliminates fines for placarding errors and minimize time at inspections. Additional features include the Emergency Response Guide and an interface that is switchable between English, Spanish and French!

Why is having an App that does this so important?

You earn while you are driving and not while getting inspected or waiting for help to correct a placarding or segregation error. Getting a ticket for a placard or segregation infraction could mean the loss of almost 2 days of earnings. If the infraction occurs in a remote area, one can be waiting for a day or more, until help to correct the error arrives.

Remember, once one takes possession of the HAZMAT goods and its on the rig, all errors are ones responsibility. The App helps you ensure that the right placarding and segregation rules are applied before the truck is loaded.

Easy access to the ERG (Emergency Response Guide)

Unfortunately, accidents happen, and the mobile device is the first thing one grabs while exiting the cab. Most wouldn’t have the time or foresight to grab that thick heavy manual when they are exiting the cab? Most apps have the ERG included. As one gets away from the truck, one can look up the ERG and take the steps to protect oneself and the surrounding environment.

Should One get an APP?

Ever have a bad day, and cannot recall the rules that drive placarding and segregation?
Yes, It happens to all of us, and the App is an insurance that costs less than a cup of coffee a month. Don’t think twice, your safety and infraction free hauling should be the reason you GET the APP.

Anna Anthony
March 08, 2021