CDC resource gives long-haul truckers ‘need-to-know’ COVID-19 info

Mike

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The agency recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where social distancing guidelines of 6 feet of distance from others cannot be maintained.
Other recommendations include cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces on a routine basis such as:

  • In the truck cab (driver door handle, steering wheel, seat belt and buckle, arm and headrest, seat cover, turn signal, wiper controls, dashboard, air ducts, radio, and temperature controls).
  • In the sleeper berth (light switches, mattress tray, temperature controls, and other flat surfaces).
  • If a third-party must have access to the interior of your truck (for example., mechanics, other drivers or inspectors), request that the third party clean and disinfect the truck before turning it back over to you.
The CDC also recommends practicing proper hand hygiene. Wash your hands regularly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol. Key times to clean hands include:

  • Before entering and leaving the cab, including deliveries, loading and unloading of cargo, rest breaks, fueling, and other activities.
  • Before eating or preparing food.
  • After putting on, touching, or removing cloth face coverings.
  • After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
  • After using the restroom.
 

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