Study Compares Injury Types for Short- and Long-Haul Truckers

The types of injuries and causes of injury differ between short-haul and long-haul truck drivers, according to an article published this month in the International Journal of Injury Control and Safety Promotion. In short-haul trucking, a higher percentage of lifting and cranking injuries were seen, according to the report. In long-haul trucking, researchers found a higher percentage of injuries that involved securing, opening, closing or adjusting. Tarping, trailer door handling and cab slippage were factors in a higher percentage of long-haul trucking injuries. In contrast, r...