Is Sleep Apnea Causing Trucking Accidents?

Is Sleep Apnea Causing Trucking Accidents?

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Truck drivers spend a lot of time on the open road, often maintaining an odd sleep schedule that enables them to efficiently get from Point A to Point B. But if your truck drivers aren’t getting enough quality sleep each night, it leaves them feeling fatigued and unrested throughout the day — making it difficult to concentrate and function properly.  In order to operate a tractor-trailer safely, your truck drivers need to be well rested, which is why it’s imperative that all truck drivers are tested for sleep apnea. While sleep apnea affects approximately 4% of the general population, it...

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6 Health Problems Frequently Linked To Truck Drivers

6 Health Problems Frequently Linked To Truck Drivers

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A recent study conducted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and American Transportation Research Institute showed that one in three truck drivers experiences sleep apnea symptoms. Not only does sleep apnea pose a serious risk while driving, it can lead to other health problems for drivers.  Truckers jobs are considered sedentary as they do need to sit for several hours a day. Many truckers are experiencing mental health symptoms due to extreme isolation and long hours on the road. We’ve compiled a list of six frequently linked health problems to truck drivers. Obesity  Truck drivers sit for hours on...

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