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Trucking Industry, Law Enforcement Community Warn Congress on Safety Risks of Truck Parking Shortage

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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The lack of truck parking has a severe impact on the health and wellbeing of truck drivers and even broader safety implications for the motoring public," Neville said.

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  • The lack of truck parking has a severe impact on the health and wellbeing of truck drivers and even broader safety implications for the motoring public," Neville said.
  • "In every conversation I have with female truck drivers, truck parking is always the first thing they mention when asked what needs to be improved."
  • Congress can play a constructive role by dedicating federal resources to expand truck parking capacity so that the nation's professional truck drivers have greater access to safe and authorized parking options."
  • "As the organization that represents the commercial motor vehicle enforcement community, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance strongly supports investments that address the nation's truck parking shortage," said CVSA Executive Director Collin Mooney.

Washington to Increase Motorcycle Safety Patrols July 7-23

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Friday, July 7, 2023
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The patrols will focus on illegal driving behaviors by both motorcycle riders and other vehicle drivers.

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  • The patrols will focus on illegal driving behaviors by both motorcycle riders and other vehicle drivers.
  • Local law enforcement agencies in these counties, along with the Washington State Patrol, will be working overtime focused on drivers and riders who commit traffic safety violations.
  • “The increasing number of motorcycle rider deaths is a concerning trend and we know that we can all work to prevent these deaths,” said Shelly Baldwin, Director of the Washington Traffic Safety Commission.
  • Trained and commissioned law enforcement officers will be conducting these patrols enforcing traffic violations as defined by Washington State laws.

Securing your load leads to safer travels for everyone

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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It all starts with simply strapping down and securing all items in your car, truck or trailer on every trip – even if it’s just across town.

Key Points: 
  • It all starts with simply strapping down and securing all items in your car, truck or trailer on every trip – even if it’s just across town.
  • “We are calling on everyone in Washington to help save lives by securing their cargo every time they drive,” said Washington Gov.
  • “Securing your load and keeping your truck bed clean and free of loose debris saves lives and ensures nothing will blow out.
  • Call 911 if you see a dangerous unsecured load or something fall from a vehicle.

“Simple As That” campaign helps create a litter free Washington

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Monday, April 17, 2023
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April is Earth Month, and the Washington Department of Ecology is marking the occasion with an emphasis on keeping Washington litter free.

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  • April is Earth Month, and the Washington Department of Ecology is marking the occasion with an emphasis on keeping Washington litter free.
  • More than 75% of Washington residents do not litter, but despite this, an estimated 22 million pounds of material still litter Washington’s roads.
  • The campaign gives people simple tips to avoid littering and motivates them to talk to their friends and family about living litter free.
  • To learn more about Ecology’s litter pick up and prevention programs, please visit the Litter in Washington webpage .

Zonar Top Executives Named to American Trucking Associations' 2023 Law Enforcement Advisory Board

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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SEATTLE, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zonar, the leader in smart mobility solutions, today announced the appointment of Ron Cordova, Director of Safety and Compliance at Zonar to the American Trucking Associations' (ATA) 2023 Law Enforcement Advisory Board (LEAB) and Fred Fakkema, Vice President of Safety and Compliance at Zonar as Chairman for the second consecutive year.

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  • Fred Fakkema, Vice President of Safety and Compliance Named Chairman; Ron Cordova, Director of Safety and Compliance Named Board Member
    SEATTLE, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zonar, the leader in smart mobility solutions, today announced the appointment of Ron Cordova, Director of Safety and Compliance at Zonar to the American Trucking Associations' (ATA) 2023 Law Enforcement Advisory Board (LEAB) and Fred Fakkema, Vice President of Safety and Compliance at Zonar as Chairman for the second consecutive year.
  • Comprised of 37 members with a combined 900 years of law enforcement experience across federal, state and local law enforcement, the board aims to help strengthen the ties between the trucking industry and law enforcement community and better align resources toward common goals.
  • Zonar's involvement on the board exemplifies their commitment to advancing highway safety and partnership with law enforcement to create a standard for the security of freight transportation across the country.
  • Combatting human trafficking: ATA LEAB is working to make trainings more accessible to teach drivers and the law enforcement community how to recognize, report, and stop instances of human trafficking.

The FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. Announces New Association President Timothy Braniff

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022
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QUANTICO, Va., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Board of FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. (FBINAA) announces the appointment of Timothy Braniff during his official swearing-in ceremony held Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at the FBINAA 58th National Annual Training Conference held in Cleveland, Ohio.

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  • QUANTICO, Va., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Board of FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. (FBINAA) announces the appointment of Timothy Braniff during his official swearing-in ceremony held Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at the FBINAA 58th National Annual Training Conference held in Cleveland, Ohio.
  • He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy Session 226 and is the Past President of the Washington Chapter of the FBINAA.
  • President Braniff has been serving on the FBINAA National Board for the past seven years and will serve as the Association President until August 1, 2023.
  • The FBI National Academy Associates looks forward to the leadership of President Braniff.

Washington’s Litter Prevention Campaign Aims to Curb Roadside Debris

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Monday, June 6, 2022
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This debris isnt just unsightly, its dangerous to motorists, people who walk, bike or roll, and roadside workers.

Key Points: 
  • This debris isnt just unsightly, its dangerous to motorists, people who walk, bike or roll, and roadside workers.
  • Were reminding every driver about the importance of securing their cargo and keeping Washington litter free.
  • Today marks the first anniversary of the We Keep Washington Litter Free campaign, which initially focused on alerting Washingtonians about the significant safety and environmental impacts of unsecured vehicle loads.
  • In addition to unsecured loads, the We Keep Washington Litter Free campaign focuses on additional littering behaviors in several sub-campaigns.

Unrestrained Pets Aren’t as Distracting as Kids in the Car

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Thursday, May 26, 2022
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But when it comes to staying focused behind the wheel, drivers say theres an even greater distraction than wandering pets kids in the car.

Key Points: 
  • But when it comes to staying focused behind the wheel, drivers say theres an even greater distraction than wandering pets kids in the car.
  • Slightly more 80% also agree that its at least somewhat important for pets to be safely restrained when theyre along for a ride.
  • But when it comes to considering the greatest driving distractions, drivers today say that its more challenging to stay focused when kids are in the car than it is when pets are passengers.
  • That represents a shift in opinion, at least among Seattle drivers, since PEMCO last asked the same question of drivers in 2016 when significantly more said pets were more distracting.

In Response to Increasing Laser Strikes on Aviators, Revision Announces New Laser Eye Protection

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Thursday, February 24, 2022
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A new laser eye protection solution optimized for aviator protection and awareness.

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  • A new laser eye protection solution optimized for aviator protection and awareness.
  • In response to the increasing threat, and desire to protect the vision of pilots and ensure the safety of their passengers, Revision , the world leader in ballistic and laser protective eyewear systems, announces a new laser eye protection solution optimized for aviator protection and awareness.
  • The CALI-C solution was developed to maximize aviator protection and situational awareness solving the challenges of laser eye protection in a cockpit environment.
  • Revision is relentlessly dedicated to protect vision by developing and delivering purpose-built eye protection for military and tactical use worldwide.

Zonar's Vice President of Safety and Compliance Wins Globee® in the 6th Annual 2021 American Best in Business Awards

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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SEATTLE , Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zonar, the leader in smart fleet technology owned by Continental AG, today announced that Fred Fakkema, vice president of safety and compliance, Zonar, is a Gold Globee winner in the Executive of the Year, automotive, transportation, storage and logistics category of the 6th Annual 2021 American Best in Business Awards.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE , Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zonar, the leader in smart fleet technology owned by Continental AG, today announced that Fred Fakkema, vice president of safety and compliance, Zonar, is a Gold Globee winner in the Executive of the Year, automotive, transportation, storage and logistics category of the 6th Annual 2021 American Best in Business Awards.
  • As Vice President of Safety and Compliance, Fakkema leads Zonar's safety and compliance team.
  • The American Best in Business Awards are open to all organizations with at least one or more offices in the United States of America.
  • For more information about Zonar, go to https://www.zonarsystems.com
    Globee Awards are conferred in eleven programs and competition: the American Best in Business Awards, Business Excellence Awards (Best Employers), CEO World Awards, Communications Excellence Awards, Customer Sales & Service World Awards, Cyber Security Global Excellence Awards, Disruptor Company Awards, Golden Bridge Awards, International Best in Business Awards, IT World Awards, and Women World Awards.