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NHVR points to big court fine after fatal crash — check your safety systems before the next run
The NHVR is telling operators to lift their game after a court handed down a penalty of more than $1 million. For drivers, the message is simple: if the basics around loading, scheduling, vehicle condition or reporting hazards are being missed, the fallout can be massive when something goes wrong.
Operator note: Before your next run, do a proper pre-start and write up any faults, load issues or scheduling pressure that could affect safety. Keep a record of what you reported and check that your load restraint, vehicle condition and trip plan match the job actually being sent out — this is exactly the sort of chain-of-responsibility failure the NHVR is warning about after a million-plus fine.