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old data but very interesting
http://www.truckinjuries.com/truck-driver-fatigue.html
big moves over the last couple of years
Check out Galleon Energy, GO.A and GO.B on the TSX big board, they have a big discovery in the Beaverhill Lake Area.
looking better every day!!!!!!!
When do you think we will see more news from the company?? Been very quiet lately.
Getting into these plays early is the key take a look at UTS and CLL-2 years ago you could buy for next to nothing now they are $6 and $4 stocks. If you have an oilsands discovery you can grow very quickly.
will do......:)
Very quiet board this weekend...calm before the storm?
Welcome to the board.
Yes, the interview should be very enlightening.
Patch was big, know of a few who made good money......
Very nice.......
sure looks like it...float has to be tightening up....
nice action today, picking up again....remember they are drilling
nice volume again today........
ok Folo Bull!!
over 1 Billion Trucks on the road
you got it. Take a look at what the US is contemplating-cutting driving hours down to 10 per day from 11-how do they monitor this if it passes-or even now. Old school log books??
KNP still climbing on nice turnover. Remember they are drilling at Raglan now.
If you go back to one of the early press releases you will see that Effective Control Trucking can regulate speeds on vehicles. Passing of this law will be a huge win.
Too bad people cannot focus on the topic at hand. Rebelgirl we are with you on this one.
News is out...
Effective Control Trucking LLC. Is Very Pleased to Announce Claude Robert Has Joined the Advisory Board
LONGUEUIL, QC, Jul 02, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) --
Effective Control Trucking LLC. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Media City Corp (PINKSHEETS: MCCY) (www.ecnholding.com). President Raphael Huppe is pleased to announce that Claude Robert of Robert Transport (www.robert.ca) has joined the Advisory Board. "Claude Robert is a strong and vocal advocate of safety and efficiency within the trucking industry, greatly respected and admired, the best ally Effective Control Trucking could ask for," said Mr. Huppe.
Mr. Robert took over the leadership of Robert Transport in 1973. Although a chartered accountant by training he has been around the business all his life (the company was founded by his father Rosario Robert in 1946), he holds a class1 licence, owns his own rig and is not afraid of getting his hands dirty.
Claude Robert, CEO of Robert Transport, has recently been appointed president of the CTA (Canadian Trucking Alliance). The many hours spent behind the wheel bring him great credibility in the industry, strong insight and understanding on what the drivers go through. "We look forward to the many contacts and opportunities that Mr. Robert will bring to the table, he is a leader in the trucking industry and is recognized not only in Canada but throughout North America," added Mr. Huppe.
All statements in this news release that are other than statements of historical facts are forward-looking statements, which contain our current expectations about our future results. Forward-looking statements involve numerous risks and uncertainties. We have attempted to identify any forward-looking statements by using words such as "anticipates," "believes," "could," "expects," "intends," "may," "should" and other similar expressions. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in all of our forward-looking statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct.
A number of factors may affect our future results and may cause those results to differ materially from those indicated in any forward-looking statements made by us or on our behalf. Such factors include our limited operating history; our need for significant capital to finance internal growth as well as strategic acquisitions; our ability to attract and retain key employees and strategic partners; our ability to achieve and maintain profitability; fluctuations in the trading price and volume of our stock; competition from other providers of similar products and services; and other unanticipated future events and conditions.
Contact: Mr. Raphael Huppe President investor@ecnholding.com 1-514-940-7587 Dave Herbert Downshire Capital Inc. Dave@downshirecapital.com 1-514-315-3669 ext 202
SOURCE: Media City Corp.
Morning, looking for an interesting day.
looks like all the excitement was around the financial announcement.
NGE is my pick
Yes they are.
not sure why no one has picked up on this one....chart is crazy
setting up nicely....they have been drilling for about 2 weeks now......
Have a look at this:
June 2006
Managing Driver
Fatigue i information
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Introduction
In Australia, it is estimated that heavy vehicle driver fatigue is a factor in 15% of fatal crashes involving
heavy vehicles (trucks over 4.5 tonnes GVM and buses with more than 1 seats), 10% of all serious crashes
and 7% of all less severe crashes. The annual cost of heavy vehicle fatigue related crashes has been
estimated at around $ 50 million. In addition to this dollar amount, is the human cost to those affected by
fatigue related deaths and injuries.
Causes of Driver Fatigue
A number of factors can contribute to a driver becoming excessively fatigued. Lack of quality sleep is the
primary cause of driver fatigue, especially when a driver fails to obtain sufficient sleep over a number of
days or weeks.
Other causes of excessive driver fatigue include:
❑ Working long hours. Drivers are often required to work hard physically, especially when loading
and unloading their vehicles, before and after they drive.
❑ Driving long hours. Long periods of driving can increase driver fatigue and the likelihood of a
fatigue related accident.
❑ Taking drugs or driving under the influence of alcohol. Alcohol reduces a driver’s alertness and
increases the likelihood of sleep. Stimulant drugs such as methedrine can lead to sudden and
unexpected increases in the level of driver fatigue.
❑ Not taking required rest breaks when driving.
❑ Night driving. The risk of an accident occurring can more than double when driving between
midnight and dawn, particularly between :00 am and 6:00 am.
❑ Poor driving conditions. Single lane rural roads, heavy city traffic, heavy rain, strong winds, hot
weather, poor cabin ventilation and poor noise insulation can increase the demand on a driver and
increase levels of fatigue.
❑ Poor driver health and fitness. Being healthy and keeping fit are not only good for you but can help
you to stay alert when driving.
Your Biological Time Clock
Everyone has a biological time clock, which influences when we feel energetic or sleepy. Most drivers will
usually feel especially sleepy between midnight and 6.00 am and 1.00 pm–4.00 pm. Even if well rested
before you drive, your performance will be poorer during these times.
The times when you feel sleepy are the best times to have the sleep you need. Adults usually need between
6 and 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep every 4 hours. It is of most benefit if taken in a single block.
If you do not get enough sleep, what you have missed accumulates as a ‘sleep debt’. This increases your
chances of making mistakes particularly during the times when you feel sleepy. If your sleep debt gets big
enough, the need for sleep can take over. Relaxing while you watch TV or read does not replace sleep.
Research shows that fatigued people perform driving tasks as if they had been drinking alcohol. After
17 hours awake, including time awake before driving, you will perform as if you had a Blood Alcohol
Concentration (BAC) of 0.05 - the legal limit in Victoria. After 4 hours awake, your performance will be
on a par with that of a person with a BAC of 0.1 – twice the legal limit.
Signs of fatigue
Constant yawning Slowed reactions Heavy or sore eyes
Blurred vision Poor concentration Impatience
Driving at different speeds Letting your vehicle wander across the road
Poor gear changing, indicator use and use of other vehicle controls
Not remembering the last few kilometres of your trip.
Fatigue affects you
in the same way
that alcohol does.
Drivers and operators are both responsible for the
management of driver fatigue
Look for these signs
of fatigue.
Preventing Fatigue - What can I do about it?
Remember that both drivers and operators are responsible for the management of driver fatigue.
Operators
❑ Allow sufficient opportunity for your drivers to get periods of high quality sleep and rest.
❑ Make sure that your drivers’ working and driving schedules are kept within reasonable limits.
Drivers
❑ Have an action plan to manage your fatigue.
❑ Understand the signs of fatigue.
❑ Get sufficient sleep before you drive.
❑ Avoid driving when you normally sleep – particularly between
midnight and 6.00 am.
❑ Stop if you feel sleepy and have a 15- 0 minute nap.
❑ Obtain sufficient high quality sleep between periods of driving.
❑ Avoid alcohol - particularly if you feel sleepy.
❑ Look after your health and fitness with a healthy diet and regular
exercise.
Common Myths
Coffee will keep me awake.
The effect of coffee, which contains the stimulant caffeine, lasts for a short time only.
I’m a good driver.
This may be true, but if you are sleepy you may misjudge your surroundings or not process information as
quickly as usual and so have slower reaction times. The risks will be greater.
I’m young and don’t need as much sleep.
Everyone needs sleep. You may enjoy staying up late and driving when you would normally be asleep but
you need to be particularly careful to avoid driving when drowsy.
Keeping my window open will revive me.
Fresh air may make you feel better for a short while but only sleep will solve your fatigue. A 15- 0 minute
nap will help, but in the longer term, you need to have sufficient time when you can rest and sleep.
Fatigue Management Training Programs
A number of organisations are providing training programs for the management of driver fatigue.
Fatigue management training programs aim to provide participants with the knowledge and skills
necessary to understand the causes and effects of fatigue in the commercial vehicle industry as well as the
skills to better manage levels of fatigue.
Upon completion of the training program participants should be able to:
1. Identify and describe the causes and the effects of fatigue on the driver and the factors that increase
the risk of fatigue related accidents.
. Identify and describe the personal warning signs that precede the onset of fatigue.
. Describe, develop and implement strategies that prevent and reduce driver fatigue.
4. Understand the importance of personal health and fitness and be able to implement lifestyle changes
to improve their physical fitness and well being.
5. Identify and describe those practices that are the most effective in combatting the causes of driver
fatigue.
Use the rest areas to take the breaks you need
4 www.vicroads.vic.gov.au
VicRoads Publication Number 0047 /1
TR 006 .INDD
Further Information on Fatigue Management Training Programs
Training programs have a nominal duration of six contact hours and are designed for members of the commercial
vehicle industry such as drivers and operational staff who are involved with scheduling and administration.
Generally, drivers attending the training program have licences that allows them to drive vehicles with a gross vehicle
mass of 4.5 tonne or greater such as medium rigid, heavy rigid, heavy combination or multi combination vehicles.
A number of organisations provide fatigue management training programs for drivers and operational staff.
If you’re interested in finding out more information about managing driver fatigue or obtain a list of current
organisations that offer fatigue management training please refer to the VicRoads website.
Further Enquiries
Contact VicRoads’ Manager - Commercial Vehicle Operations, on (0 ) 9854 901.
E-mail: cvo@roads.vic.gov.au
Visit the VicRoads Home Page at: http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au
check out this link
:)
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/1703935.stm
shhhh don't wake this up
yeah u can say that again!
hey guys! Nice to see you Eric! looks good here.
up 6 percent!
we can all hope that drilling will be soon
agreed! thats the problem and thats why we are here, we all know it is undervalued and still people don't see it. Except for us of course.
HMI is moving a bit!