How stressful is driving a truck?

A 2019 survey by CareerCast rated the trucking profession as one of the highest stress jobs in America. We were kind of surprised to see that the survey ranked truck driving as more stressful than professions in masonry, welding and food service.

How tiring is truck driving?

As many as 13 percent of commercial truck drivers are fatigued at the time of a crash, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)’s Large Truck Crash Causation Study. Commercial truck drivers are far more likely to drive drowsy or fatigued than other drivers, according to the CDC.

How do truck drivers relax?

2 – Move and Stretch as Much as You Can Exercise can help control weight. When possible, get out of your truck and stretch for 3-5 minutes. Stretching can relax tense muscles and clear your mind. Take a small walk; even a two-minute walk can clear your mind.

What happens when you drive too long?

The health risks of long distance driving Air pollution, lack of physical activity and driving fatigue can all lead to oxygen deficiency which can cause dizziness, fatigue and headaches. That means organs like your lungs, heart and brain aren’t getting the necessary amount of oxygen to function at peak performance.

Are truck drivers more prone to leg pain?

Did you know for example, that truck drivers can suffer more frequently from chronic leg pain, varicose veins and swelling in their legs as a result of sitting as much as they do?

Why do truck drivers have back pain?

As a matter of fact, the greatest reason associated with back pain in truck drivers, does not relate to heavy lifting on the job, but prolonged sitting and one other factor known as whole body vibration (from the truck engine). WHAT CAN TRUCK DRIVERS DO TO DECREASE THE EFFECTS OF SITTING?

What are the most common causes of driver fatigue?

In this blog post, we refer to the two most common reasons of driver fatigue: lack of sleep, and driving at times when you would normally be sleeping. The latter refers in particular to shift workers, driving home after a long stint at work.

What happens if a driver sits too long at work?

For example, sitting too long can lead to blood clots forming in your legs. These blood clots, also known as a Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), will not only keep a driver out of work for at least two months (the waiting period associated with this condition in the medical guidance), but also they can be life threatening.