This week on the H&M Trucking podcast, we’re addressing some changes in our leadership structure. We’ll welcome President of H&M Trucking James Fonda, Chief Operations Officer Ryan Holm, Chief People Officer Eve Essary, and introduce you to our new Chief Financial Officer, Jami Bahle. After that, we’ll talk to H&M Driver Thad McBride, who hails from Augusta, Georgia. Thad and his fill in dispatcher Lindsay Goodin will walk us through how Hurricane Helene has hampered their work days. Finally, Denny will bring us a list of items he used to keep on the truck during the winter months. Find the list below!
Winter Prep List
Windshield Scraper
Shovel
Basic Tool Kit
Snow Chains and learn to throw them!
Jumper Cables
Kitty Litter or salt
MINIMUM - Half-full of fuel
Anti gel and Antifreeze
Heavy Duty Winter Clothes including heavy coat, waterproof
boots, warm gloves and hat
Battery powered radio
Flashlights/Extra Batteries
Extra Food and Water - Don’t forget your furry co-pilot if you
have one!
First Aid Kit
Cell Phone Charger or Extra Battery
CB Radio
Things to consider
Park where you can stay warm – in the event your truck has
issues.
Check the wind forecast – try to park with your ass to the
wind.
If the lot is iced over, after parking for your 10 hr. break,
wait a few minutes to let the tires cool. Then, move
your
rig a few inches.
Ensure H&M’s heater units are fueled (add anti gel)
And, run a while to make sure they are operating properly.
Preplan the entire trip adjusting each days driving times and
routing.
Weather forecast – be ready to adjust YOUR schedule
Plan alternate routes – you may need them.
Pre-plan where you will stop - and at least one backup
just in case
Find a way to let those close to you know your plans. And, where
you stop for your break.
i.e. TX.I-35x193@TA - translates to Texas, Interstate 35, exit 193 at the TA Truckstop
If the roads are “Slushy”, clear all your lights, blinkers, etc.
EVERY TIME you stop.
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