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You know that’s why you go slow but you probably also know telling younger or newer drivers to go slow to them means 25 or 35

I have thought about getting a camera person but at this time I can’t justify the expense maybe later down the road or if I am in certain areas I will. I appreciate you watching and I hope it does continue to help you on your journey and keep you safe as well

@@roadlifewithchris1053 I’ve got 1 1/2 weeks left of CDL school and I’m feeling pretty good about my pre trip inspection/air brakes and my straight backs as well. Last step is polishing up my offset backing skill. A little tricky but I’m figuring it out day by day.

Awesome you will get it just don’t over think it and take your time safety is not a race and backing will improve don’t let others rush you they can wait

Yes some things that dry vans can haul we can haul as well I have seen many dry vans loading the same product that is loaded on our trailers and yes we can back up to docks we do at many places to load products such as wall board plywood osb and lumber

@roadlifewithchris1053 thank you

Correct DOT does not require opposite pull and many trailers are set up with winches on one side many however have the track for winches on both sides and can be set up with opposite pull. That is a driver preference and I am showing how I do things including my preference I don’t believe I stated that opposite pull was a DOT requirement I believe I was speaking to the spacing between straps

Thank you 😋

Thanks and will do

Thanks it was pretty tasty better than truck stop food

Yes Sir Marine lol

I use a microwave air fryer oven combo as well to make many things like biscuits or lasagna I even roast pork or beef with onions carrots potatoes celery in the oven. No matter what you use to cook your meals it’s healthier and tastier than truck stop food. Would love to see truck stops offer more options for us drivers that like to cook for ourselves.

It absolutely beats truck stop soybean processed crap anyway.

Many people don’t think bigger men can do flat bedding but they are wrong. I take my time and do it right it’s not a race I see many of the smaller folks struggle or cut corners because they think it’s a race. No matter the size slow down and think about safety so everyone gets home to their families.

Awesome hope it all went well and had safe travels

That is true they are pretty straight forward

I appreciate you watching the and I’ll keep putting more out soon need to replace some batteries in my camera lol

Welcome 😊

I agree 100 percent I did catch that on the video after I posted it and I did correct the angles before heading out. Folks like you that will point out mistakes or errors is needed and it’s helps the community be safer so thank you for your comment.

Alabama regional was percentage so not sure if it still is

I have seen a few that was not tapped but I would say 95% are tarped

lol hope it was all good lol

No I needed a change so I could be home more

ask away ill answer

@@roadlifewithchris1053 if the cargo you were driving fall on the road what is the punishment you meet from the government 😪😪

it changes from state to state and depends on if any damage was done to other vehicles or if it caused injury to anyone but at minimum you will receive a citation for improper load securement.

i will teach you all i can

@@roadlifewithchris1053 thanks 🙏 how maney weeks can I learn

i will add more videos with the camera on my head or chest

Head is the best if you good camera 📸😜🙏🤣

99% of my videos are recoreded by myself dont actually have a full time camera man

i appreciate your comments. some trailers do not have hook pockets and keepers like fountaine trailers typically have and if the rub rail is rated with a WLL then the use of a DOT wrap is acceptable. i have spoken with multiple DOT officers in Oklahoma and Texas and if a trailer has designated securement points (Hook Pockets) it is preferred that they be used. you are correct alternating pull is not required by FMCSA it is a personal preference. also no the FMCSA does not specifically say 2 in the last 10 but it does discuss that you have 1 securement for every 10 feet of product so following that guideline will automatically give you the 2 in the last 10. I will do a better job of explaining that in the future to reduce any confusion. Texas, Oregon and Washington have stricter guidelines and require a securement every 5 feet. and you are correct that if forward movement is blocked by a bulkhead or other secured cargo then you dont need to throw an extra tie down however on loads such as lumber or plywood/osb on a standard flatbed without a bulkhead it is recommended to throw an additional tie down on the leading stack to prevent forward movement. again thank you for your comments discussions like this is an amazing way to help each other and learn new skills and methods

Lol we did

Thank you hope learn from them and I will put out more soon

Yes I used to work there and there are some good people there

Bowers trucking and logistics in ponca city Oklahoma

Thanks you for watching. I am happy to hear your learning from them and helps you be safe so you can get back home to your family

@@roadlifewithchris1053 I’ve got 18 years experience but zero open deck. Im also an o/o. Any suggestions on a good company to get trained at for flatbed/step deck? I’m open to going company for a while if that’s the best way to do it. Thanks. Also do you have an email I can contact you?

awesome, yes some units require straps instead of chains depends on the shipper. places like Greenheck in tulsa are 95% chain and then places like johnson controls its 95% strap ill be making a video on the straping of units next time i get a strap load. Thanks for watching and i am happy you like the content ill keep adding more.

Thank you and God Bless you too and may he keep you and your family safe always.

Jesus is king