Driving Blind Spots Blindspots in your “Space Cushion” The following presentation derived from information developed by external sources.

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Driving Blind Spots Blindspots in your “Space Cushion” The following presentation derived from information developed by external sources

5’ 13’ 19’ 21’ 19’ 26’ 45’ 19’ 78’ 53’ Looking over toolbox 38’ Looking over headrest thru side window Footprint of Blind Spots Around a Typical Work Truck Note: Measurements taken on flat ground with Dodge D1500 Supercab, with & without toolbox and 5’ 7” driver. Distances shown are the point at which driver can see the ground.

Passenger Side Blind Spot Anything “hiding” in this area?

3’4”2’9” Passenger Side Blind Spot ‘could be…

Even in the side view mirror there is nothing visible!

Blind Spot Everything OK driving around the corner of this vessel?

Pump Stand Oops...

Everything looks good out the front…. Passenger Side Front Blind Spot

Except...

We have blind spots on the driver’s side, too... they’re smaller… Pressure Gauge but just as REAL!

As the driver prepares to turn left and enter the road, he’s typically looking along the intersection...

… not down below. That’s why a marker or barrier is needed here.

Don’t get “Blindsided” Minimize backing. Protect your “space cushion”. Recognize BIG blind spots exist on all sides. Install markers or guards to protect or warn of potential hazards.