1. CNG Competitor Analysis
April 2013
CNG Competitor Analysis

2. Overview PPE Remember Pre Trip / Post Trip Steps for Delivery
Steps After Delivery
Completing the Trip

3. PPE
In addition to your uniform (if provided), Ruan requires the following six items to be worn by all flatbed drivers anytime you are on duty and not driving:
Hard hat
Long pants
Safety vest or approved hi-visibility shirt
Safety-toe boots with internal metatarsal protection
Gloves
Safety glasses
Also - Any Customer Specific Additional Requirements – e.g. Hearing Protection

4. REMEMBER – Securement Guidelines – The Ruan Way
Minimum of two forms of securement per item
2 forms in front / 2 in back / 1 every 10 feet – regardless of bulkhead
Enough chains / straps to account for 100 percent of the load’s weight
If a securement device is missing the stamp or tag, it is OOS
Bungees are not cargo securement devices – only tarp tie downs
Ruan equipment load limits:
4 inch strap – 5000
2 inch strap – 3000
3/8 chain – 6000
5/16 chain- 4500

5. Pre Trip / Post Trip Post Trip Pre Trip
Perform a standard pre trip of the tractor and trailer
Check battery box for the hydraulic lift
Look for any cracks or bends in the rollers
Ensure there are no tears in the straps
Post Trip
Repeat the pre trip items in reverse
Check the middle of the rollers, as you will not be able to check during the pre trip
If cones are available – be sure they’re not damaged or destroyed
Replace if needed

6. Steps for Delivery
Arrive at the delivery site and identify a safe area to roll off freight
Slide the tandems into the forward position
Move the trailer into position for delivery
Remove all securement
Release rollers
Raise trailer (if needed)
Drive forward – freight will roll off the back of trailer
Move to a safe level area and secure the trailer for your return trip
Depart the delivery site

7. Remember – You are the Captain of the Ship
Steps for Delivery
Identify safe area to roll off freight
Most of the deliveries are direct to construction site
These areas are not guaranteed to be “truck friendly”
You will have telephone numbers for the customer/contractor if needed
Remember – You are the Captain of the Ship

8. Steps for Delivery
Slide the tandems into the forward position - Perform this on a dry hard surface

9. Move the trailer into the position for deliver.
Steps for Delivery
Move the trailer into the position for deliver.
Please attempt to keep the drives on a hard surface

10. Things can change quickly – keep your eyes moving
Steps for Delivery
Remove all securement
If cones are available – place appropriately
Ensure no one walks around your delivery space
Use a spotter when possible
Things can change quickly – keep your eyes moving

11. Steps for Delivery
Release the rollers via cam switch. Caution – When the rollers are released the freight is now able to slide off the back of the trailer

12. Steps for Delivery
Raise the trailer (if needed) via lever. CAUTION – Do not walk behind the trailer Do not allow others to walk behind the trailer

13. Steps for Delivery
Drive forward – freight will roll off the back of the trailer.
Caution – this is a slow maneuver

14. Steps After Delivery Move to a safe and level area
Secure the trailer for your return trip
Securement devices stowed properly
Trailer lowered (if needed)
Lock the rollers
Tandems returned to a “travel” position

15. Completing the Trip Check that your paperwork is complete
Check that your equipment is returned to a safe/legal traveling configuration
Depart the delivery site
Perform post trip

16. CNG Competitor Analysis
April 2013
CNG Competitor Analysis