Oversize load route planning is more complicated than just driving a load from point A to B. How do you know what obstacles you’ll encounter along the way? Experienced bucket truck escort services plan logistics for every aspect of the trip, from utility coordination to finding the right roads, and a solid plan will account for every possibility to ensure a successful transport. Here’s what it...
When it comes to oversize and heavy loads, some states legally require bucket truck escort night transport, but other loads can benefit from traveling overnight, too. When planning the coordination of oversized load safety, consider the following situations when deciding whether to opt for a night transport.
Bucket truck safety certifications are the first step to ensure safe OS/OW transports. At Kenco, we’ve developed a proprietary library of safety training videos and certification programs that exceed the requirements of the top safety organizations in the industry. As a leading authority on lower 48 transports, our crews are among the most highly trained experts in the country. Here’s a rundown...
Bucket truck safety begins and ends with a properly trained crew. Training, experience, and a detailed understanding of what can go wrong on the road are essential for a bucket truck operator to ensure a safe haul. Bucket truck crews need to be ready for anything, and without the proper training, they put themselves, other drivers, and the cargo at a significant risk.
When snow and ice hit the roadways, it’s time to think about winter road safety and the benefit of a qualified bucket truck escort crew leading the way. Cold weather creates an additional layer of potential danger when transporting oversize loads. Freezing conditions and winter storms can damage equipment, create hazards with other drivers and, of course, there’s the chance of being stranded in...
