Although the unemployment rate seems to be shrinking for former military personnel, there are still many men and women still struggling to find jobs. These men and women are leaving the military after serving only to struggle finding gainful employment. However, an army official has publicly declared former service members as great candidates for truck driving. This …
The trucking market continues to go up and down as the industry faces an uncertain economic future. Economic experts have been excitedly saying the American economy is bouncing back, but the trucking industry is not experiencing that. Outlook for Economy as a Whole TD Economics issued an economic outlook showing the American economy is bouncing …
When the job market took a hit years ago many people who lost their jobs moved to part-time work. Or even jobs that were below their education level and experience. Sadly, many people are still trying to get back into their careers. Males in particular are having a hard time. However, a recent study is showing …
Recent research is indicating that diversity can help reduce the current driver shortage. Not only can diverseness cut down on driver shortage, but it also adds a competitive edge in the industry. This article will highlight the impact diversity is making on the trucking industry. Higher Profits Companies with greater ethnic variety continually have higher …
Trafficking is becoming a major concern in the United States. However, truck drivers are training to become part of the solution. This article highlights the important role truck drivers play in reducing sex trafficking. Definition According to the National Human Trafficking Resource Center, sex trafficking occurs when individuals perform commercial sex through the use of …
The trucking industry is filled with danger, but in recent years there has been a strong focus on safety. The factors which contribute most to the dangers of the trucking industry are: fatigue among drivers, collisions caused by non-truck drivers, and driving speed. Statistics on safety in trucking were brought forward by various sources which …
The staffing industry provides job placement services for candidates and alleviates the burden of hiring and screening from the shoulders of employers. Although the industry sometimes goes unnoticed, it is a huge contributor to the United States economy. With estimated revenues of $140 billion this year, the staffing agency is a big deal. For candidates …
The driver shortage has been a pressing issue within the distribution and trucking industry during recent times. Recent insight has, however, cast doubt on the existence of a shortage. Instead, industry research is pointing to excessive turnover rates in connection with the perceived shortage. This could shed light on the myths surrounding the shortage of …
There are a few very important questions you should be asking potential staffing agencies when looking to sign up with one. These questions will give you an idea of whether or not your firm would benefit from partnering with the particular staffing agency you are in contact with. Although these are a few important questions, …
Gilbane Building Company has made a proposition to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration which calls for new regulation regarding safety harnesses. A safety harness is a personal fall arrest system. Proposed Regulation Gilbane is petitioning that the OSHA mandate that workers wear a safety harness when they are operating at 6 or more feet …
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