Truck Accidents Thousands are killed or injured in accidents that involve commercial trucks. An average automobile weighs around 3,000 lbs. The weight of a semi-truck is more than 75,000 lbs. When a trailer-truck is involved in an auto collision, the outcome is usually disastrous and painful. Drivers, passengers involved in such accidents suffer grievous injuries and sometimes lose life. There is loss of property as well. Such heavy vehicle drivers are well trained and are thorough professionals, yet accidents do occur when they are pushed to the limits by unrealistic deadlines, adverse weather conditions, and other factors. Combination Vehicles Semi-trailer trucks carry freight. The tractor

Among the many dangers that physical trade workers have to look out for, there are seasonal issues that must be addressed by employers. One of them is the risk of illness or injury from excessive heat in hot weather. A Double Threat There are many cases in which, without adequate safeguards, workers may simply collapse under the pressure of the combination of physical activity and high heat or humidity. This can involve conditions like heatstroke or sun poisoning. That said, employers have to look out for these kinds of situations. Another danger is where heat, again, in combination with other job site conditions, can make