Dump Truck: Orientation

Dump trucks are utilized in nearly every major industry around the world. Whether they are used for mining, construction, farming, highway or industrial work, their ability to haul large amounts of material to and from a worksite makes them an integral part of operational logistics. While the task of loading, hauling, and dumping material may sound simple, there are numerous hazards and risks associated with the operation of this equipment. How can you keep yourself, as the driver, safe? How can you protect those who are working around dump trucks? It is critical that both operators and ground personnel understand these risks and how to avoid them.