Editor's Pick Archives - Truck Drivers USA https://tdusadev.com/category/editors-picks/ Truck Driving Jobs Wed, 01 Mar 2023 03:28:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://tdusadev.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/cropped-512x512-logo-32x32.jpg Editor's Pick Archives - Truck Drivers USA https://tdusadev.com/category/editors-picks/ 32 32 Thousands of turkeys roasted during semi fire. https://tdusadev.com/thousands-of-turkeys-roasted-during-semi-fire/ Wed, 10 Aug 2022 20:39:00 +0000 https://tdusa-jobs.com/thousands-of-turkeys-roasted-during-semi-fire/ A tractor-trailer in Florida was hailing 10,000 frozen turkeys when it caught fire.  No injuries were reported but two lanes were blocked off for about 2 hours.   I-4 vehicle […]

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]]> A tractor-trailer in Florida was hailing 10,000 frozen turkeys when it caught fire.  No injuries were reported but two lanes were blocked off for about 2 hours.

 

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]]> We love you too! https://tdusadev.com/we-love-you-too/ Tue, 21 Jun 2022 21:44:39 +0000 https://tdusa-jobs.com/we-love-you-too/ We love you too! Our Truck Drivers USA community is very important to us and we strive to build it everyday. If you haven’t already, join our online community here!

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We love you too!

Our Truck Drivers USA community is very important to us and we strive to build it everyday. If you haven’t already, join our online community here!

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]]> Please stay cool! https://tdusadev.com/please-stay-cool/ Fri, 17 Jun 2022 19:50:58 +0000 https://tdusa-jobs.com/please-stay-cool/ We know it’s getting hot and we’ve shared some tips & tricks to stay cool but check this guy out! Especially for our Midwest and southern states, pleased stay safe. […]

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]]> We know it’s getting hot and we’ve shared some tips & tricks to stay cool but check this guy out! Especially for our Midwest and southern states, pleased stay safe.

P.S. Please cook your food in appropriate areas.

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]]> Affordable food options in Aspen https://tdusadev.com/affordable-food-options-in-aspen/ Fri, 17 Jun 2022 19:12:17 +0000 https://tdusa-jobs.com/affordable-food-options-in-aspen/ The city of Aspen has decided to go into contract with two food truck vendors in light of recently closed and empty restaurant spaces. The restaurant used to offer affordable […]

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]]> The city of Aspen has decided to go into contract with two food truck vendors in light of recently closed and empty restaurant spaces. The restaurant used to offer affordable options on Rio Grande Place and these two trucks will now replace it. As reported by the Aspen Times, “the city last moth asked for bids from vendors and it received four, but only two met the criteria the municipal government was asking for”. The city’s director of environmental health and sustainability, C.J. Oliver, was charged with finding food truck vendors. There was a specific vending agreement that made this possible. Carlos Hernandez and Megan Thomas, the food truck operators, have signed contracts that mimic leases for outdoor spaces. These trucks are said to sell Mexican cuisine and ice cream! Each truck will have to pay $1,000 to the city to occupy one parking space at Rio Grande Place. The now closed establishment was then called Taster’s Pizza and the trucks will be parked outside where the restaurant was previously located. Oliver said, “he thought taking on the prospect of finding vendors was going to be complicated and difficult, since the city doesn’t allow food trucks in the public right-of-way unless it’s in specific zones… I was worried we weren’t going to get any applicants… we met last Friday and we had two applications that checked the boxes and had everything we wanted”.

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]]> Practical steps to promote driver mental health https://tdusadev.com/practical-steps-to-promote-driver-mental-health/ Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:30:00 +0000 https://tdusa-jobs.com/practical-steps-to-promote-driver-mental-health/ Commercial truck drivers are often alone which can exacerbate mental health issues. Statistics tell us that one in five people in the United States struggles with a mental health problem, […]

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Patient at home talking to a doctor online through a mobile phone – healthcare concepts

Commercial truck drivers are often alone which can exacerbate mental health issues. Statistics tell us that one in five people in the United States struggles with a mental health problem, which includes hundreds of thousands of truck drivers.

Mental health has a direct impact upon physical health with stress, anxiety and depression increasing the chances of developing metabolic syndrome, heart disease, diabetes, migraine headaches, allergies, fatigue and muscle and joint pain. Since we just wrapped up Mental Health Month in the United States, it’s a good time to take a look at ways truck drivers can address any issues or stave them off with practical, proactive steps.

Get active. Physical activity not only helps keep the weight in check, but it boosts your immune system and improves your mental health. When you take time to move your body, you burn stress hormones, and feel more energized, focused, and calm. It’s hard when you’re on the road but you can break up your day by cleaning the truck or walking a few laps around the truck and trailer. If your health allows, go for a run or carry a bicycle with you for a brisk ride.

Focus on the present. Leave regrets behind and resist negative thinking. You can’t change the past or control the future so stay focused on the present to avoid negativity taking root. Consider keeping a journal to record what’s on your mind so you can better understand the emotions that may cause depression and anxiety.

Connect with others. For professional drivers, isolation is part of the job. But you can make the most of smart phone technology by connecting via Zoom or Skype or making a Facetime call to stay in touch. It’ll be good for you and your loved ones!

Remember, if you feel you’re facing a crisis, you can always reach out for help to organizations such as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, (800) 273-8255 or the Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741-741 for 24/7 support via text.

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