In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the topic of National Work Zone Safety Awareness Week. Be prepared as Jim, MIke and Kenny share alarming statistics about the number of motorists and workers who have died in work zones in 2023 and what we need to do to protect those whose "office" is just a few inches from your vehicle.  Find out more here: https://www.nwzaw.org/  ..read more

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the future ahead includes more distractions. Our hosts walk through the numbers that we know about and the reality of what is actually happening on the road. Don't miss as Kenny, Mike and Jim answer when they knew safety was their calling ..read more

When you are behind the wheel, DOT regulations help keep you safe. When you exit the cab, OSHA regulations take effect. In this episode of Driving the Line, Jim Siebert discusses how OSHA's Lockout/Tagout principles protect you and others from hazardous energy - lowering injury rates and saving lives. Watch the whole webinar here: https://marshmclennanagency.wistia.com/medias/30ht75tyk7 ..read more

Join our wonderful hosts and special guests, John Esparza (Texas Trucking Association, President) and Tom Crawford (Missouri Trucking Association, President) for a deep conversation about why safety and associations are integral to the trucking industry. We talk about the data that proves that safety happens when trucking operations get involved in trucking associations and how the industry is investing in safety through committees and through action.   Here is a link to request the report talked about during this epsiode: https://truckingresearch.org/2023/08/membership-counts-association ..read more

Featuring Kristi Randall  Kristi Randall is a former HR Executive who now is an operations leader in the trucking industry. In this episode, Kristi joins the Driving the Line team to discuss the positive impact women have on the trucking industry. In 2023, Kristi was named a Most Influential Business Woman by the St. Louis Business Journal, and in 2021 Kristi was named a Top Woman to Watch in Trucking by the Women in Trucking Association.  ..read more

Being away from your family when on the road is hard. In this episode, we talk about the importance of making the most of your time when at home. The Driving the Line team shares personal, insightful stories that highlight how precious family time can be ..read more

In this follow-up to Episode 25, Bruce Morton talks with the team about maintaining physical and mental health while on the road and recognizing signs and symptoms of a mental health issue for yourself or others. If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, call 9-8-8 to be connected with a trained counselor, or call 9-1-1 and request a CIT or mental health officer.   ..read more

The team is joined by Bruce Morton, a Risk Management Consultant at Marsh McLennan Agency and founder of the Wisconsin Construction Wellness Community, a non-profit working to fight the stigma about talking about mental health. Through his personal story, Bruce shares the importance of reaching out for help when you are facing a mental health challenge. If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, call 9-8-8 to be connected with a trained counselor, or call 9-1-1 and request a CIT or mental health officer.   ..read more

To cap off a successful year, the team talks about reflecting on wins and losses, looking at experiences and observations, and making note of what we’ve learned. We review important topics to address related to safety, inspections, compliance, and more.  ..read more

In this episode, we discuss the importance of role models and their impact on our lives. The team explores the influence of those who inspire us both professionally and personally and shares perspectives on leading a life worthy of imitation.  ..read more