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Towing & Auto Transport News

​Hypothermia May Not Be Not What You Think It Is: Protect Yourself and Your Outdoor Workers

Posted by Kristen Pflibsen on Feb 5th 2024

We want to provide you with some education on this important topic to make sure you stay warm at work as part of your winter safety plan. Appropriate warm clothing that maintains your body temperature in cold weather becomes more than just a suggestion or a choice; it truly is a necessity.  Hypothermia is defined as a body temperature below 95°F (35°C). Cold weather poses a threat even when temperatures seem mild. Hypothermia can set in when temperatures drop below 5
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Care and Maintenance of Wire Rope Winch Cable

Posted by Tim Ryan on Jan 2nd 2024

Care and Maintenance of Wire Rope Winch Cable
Proper care and maintenance of a wire rope winch cable are crucial to ensure the safety and longevity of the equipment. Here are some guidelines to help you maintain a wire rope winch cable: 1. Regular Inspection -  Visual Inspection: Regularly inspect the entire length of the wire rope for any signs of damage, such as kinks, broken wires, or deformation. Look for corrosion or rust, especially in areas with exposure to h
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Why Are Emergency Lights the Colors They Are and Which Colors are for What Alert?

Posted by Kristen Pflibsen on Dec 29th 2023

Why Are Emergency Lights the Colors They Are and Which Colors are for What Alert?
Have you ever wondered why police lights flash red and blue and ambulance lights are red or what other colors of flashing lights are for and who uses them? Emergency vehicles are designed to get our attention by using flashing lights and loud noises. It is well understood that the appropriate response to seeing these lights is to pull over yielding the right-of-way to an emergency response vehicle, immediately, but also safely. Most of us can distinguish between emergency vehicles a
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Snatch-Block Maintenance

Apr 20th 2021

Snatch-Block Maintenance
A two-day safety course practiced use and application of chain and snatch-blocks. In this class, one operator provided a snatch-block that was rusted and bent, which was a perfect example of non-maintenance.The operator blamed the company’s shop for the block’s unacceptable condition. Who has responsibility assuring that a snatch-block works when needed?Recovery and pivot winching are regular activities. A snatch-block is perhaps the most used equipment item on carriers and wreckers. Because the
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