Safety First - No Exceptions!
All Drivers, Please Note:
When it comes to safety, there can be no exceptions. No one is exempt from the rules, whether on-site or on customer property. Please take heed.
Unfortunately, for the third time in a very short period of time, one of our drivers was reprimanded for not wearing safety glasses at a local customer. This is in direct violation of the customer’s safety procedures. One offense is bad enough; three violations of the same rule is inexcusable.
Safety rules and procedures are put in place for a reason. Not observing the rules shows a lack of professionalism and reflects poorly on our company and the profession. Please make every effort to be in compliance at all times. Thank you.
December Driver Anniversaries
We’d like to recognize the Company Drivers and Owner Operators who are celebrating a years-of-service anniversary with us in December:
- 12/1 - Owner Operator Gary C, 7 years
- 12/3 - Owner Operator Petr Z, 9 years
- 12/5 - Owner Operator Lee C, 1 year
- 12/15 - Company Driver Charles M, 3 years
Drivers, thank you for all you do. Your job is not easy and we appreciate your hard work, dedication and enthusiasm. Here’s to many more years in the Go-To family!
Important: Trailer Confirmation in Reed City
Another important note from the Reed City, MI Yoplait plant: Please be sure that the trailer you pull is the trailer number listed on the bill of lading. If there is any confusion, please contact your Driver Manager.
Thank you!
New Entry for Dow Corning in Midland
Drivers, please note:
After the first of the year, the new truck entrance for Dow Corning in Midland, MI will be off Salzburg Road. Some of you may have already received a note regarding this issue. More details will follow.
Drop-Off Request for Reed City, MI Yoplait Plant
After meetings last week, we have been requested not to drop trailers early at the Reed City, MI Yoplait plant. Please adhere to this request, as this is a very sensitive issue.
Sticking to your appointed time will help with trailer flow and will reduce the instances of having no empty to pull after dropping. Most importantly, it will help keep the customer happy.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Winter has arrived at our Bay City, MI headquarters.
Final Rule Bans Handheld Cell Phone Use for Truck Drivers
If drivers are found using handheld devices while operating their vehicles, they will face federal civil penalties of up to $2,750 for each offense and may lose the privilege to operate a commercial motor vehicle after multiple offenses. Commercial truck and bus companies are also on the hook for fines, and could face a maximum penalty of $11,000 for allowing their drivers to use handheld cell phones while driving.
This rule, which will affect approximately 4 million commercial vehicle drivers, will go into effect 30 days after publication in the Federal Register. We will provide an update with the exact date as soon as it’s announced.
Detroit and Michigan are making a comeback.
And…here she is in all her glory! Quite a looker, isn’t she?
All Drivers, Please Note:
When it comes to safety, there can be no exceptions. No one is exempt from the rules, whether on-site or on customer property. Please take heed.
Unfortunately, for the third time in a very short period of time, one of our drivers was reprimanded for not wearing safety glasses at a local customer. This is in direct violation of the customer’s safety procedures. One offense is bad enough; three violations of the same rule is inexcusable.
Safety rules and procedures are put in place for a reason. Not observing the rules shows a lack of professionalism and reflects poorly on our company and the profession. Please make every effort to be in compliance at all times. Thank you.
