Comments : Drive

  • 6 years ago

    by Em (marmite)

    A very powerful write Craig and one which people should take heed of

    • 6 years ago

      by CJ Maleney

      Thanks Em.

      Doing this job I cover about 3500 km a week. During this time I see a lot of accidents. The majority will be down to driver error and I suspect many due to driver fatigue

      Craig x

  • 6 years ago

    by Ben Pickard

    A problem that needs pointing out, Craig, and you do so really well here. It's not just drivers on their phones that kill - it's being irresponsible behind the wheel full stop.

    All the best as ever,

    Ben

    • 6 years ago

      by CJ Maleney

      I get that but I approached this from a wagon drivers perspective. Drivers are constantly pushed and do ridiculous hours (up to 15 a day) . Fatigue is a very real problem

      Regards

      Craig

  • 6 years ago

    by Ben Pickard

    Oh, I see, Craig. No, I agree with you entirely. I was looking at the people who have a choice, but when companies or just pure necessity are having you driving those kinds of hours, the problem is still there, it just can't be helped as easily, I suppose.

    • 6 years ago

      by CJ Maleney

      It's become of particular concern to myself of late, so much so that I will be terminating my employment with my current company.

  • 6 years ago

    by Mr. Darcy

    I hear you, loud and clear.

    • 6 years ago

      by CJ Maleney

      Regardless of what regulations are put in place, employers will always find a way round them.

      Regards

      Craig

  • 6 years ago

    by Kitty Cat Lady

    Packing a punch with this Craig! Well said :-) x
    =^.^=

    • 6 years ago

      by CJ Maleney

      Thank you.

      Sad thing is its all true

      Craig x

  • 6 years ago

    by Brenda

    Craig, it is so true how drivers are pushed to crazy hours, not enough sleep and are behind the wheel of a big rig. Distracted drivers are bad enough. Well done with this.

    • 6 years ago

      by CJ Maleney

      Thanks Bren.

      Not all companies are like this but unfortunately so so many are.

      Craig x