For obvious reasons, thorough preparation and applying the correct mental attitude to the task in hand matters more to tanker drivers than most road users. But before we even get to the actual driving aspect, let's go back a step. Something that is still overlooked is proper journey planning. This is not as simple as using IT to avoid road works and low bridges. There are specific scenarios which considerably heighten the risk for tanker drivers, such as excessive cambers and soft verges. Sharing experience from all the drivers on your fleet can be vital here, as many routes will be established and repetitive. A quick 'Watch out for...' note around the team could prevent someone from being caught out.
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