The NZI Truckie Rest Zone series continues this week, with the next event planned for Paengaroa today.
Heavy vehicle drivers can pull their rigs into the Commercial Vehicle Safety Centre (CVSC) on SH33 between 10am and 3pm to rest and recharge, ready for the next leg of their journey.
The NZI team will have complimentary hot food off the BBQ, barista coffees, and a selection of healthy snacks on offer.
Truckies can also take part in a free health check and chat to NZI’s Fleet Fit experts about driver fatigue and ways to keep themselves safe and well, says a statement released by event organisers.
"The NZI Truckie Rest Zone events are a community collaboration, and part of NZI’s Fleet Fit initiative, to raise awareness about driver fatigue - a major cause of road accidents.
"Proudly supported by the New Zealand Police Commercial Vehicle Safety team, and Hato Hone St John, these events give truck drivers the opportunity to learn more about the issue of fatigue from professionals who want to make sure all truckies get home safely to their whānau."
1 comment
Hmmm
Posted on 02-05-2024 09:40 | By Let's get real
I wonder how many heavy vehicles will actually pull into the testing area.
The "god squad" has a reputation and to willingly go into the lions den will need a very large set.
I know it's the drivers responsibility, but an enormous fine doesn't prevent honest mistakes.
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