FACTS
- Rear-End Collision Risk: Frequent stopping, tight delivery windows, and urban congestion increase the chance of being struck from behind.
- Distracted Driving Exposure: GPS use, dispatch communication, and package scanning reduce visual and cognitive attention on the road.
- Fatigue & Long Shifts: Extended routes and peak-season demand reduce alertness, increasing reaction delays and crash likelihood.
- Liftgate & Ramp Hazards: Slippery ramps and moving liftgates create fall and crush risks during loading and unloading.
- Overexertion Injuries: Repeated lifting of parcels from floor level to shoulder height strains the back, shoulders, and wrists.
- Uneven Delivery Surfaces: Steps, curbs, gravel driveways, and icy […]
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