Mile Marker 16 – Driving Change: Rick Cates on Safety, Training, and the Future of Trucking
Description
In this episode of Beyond the Bulldog, we sit down with Rick Cates, Senior Consultant at Rick Cates Trucking, to talk about what it really takes to keep drivers — and the public — safe on the road. With decades of experience, Rick shares his journey from behind the wheel to leading one of the largest safety programs in the Southeast.
We discuss:
-The evolving role of safety directors in a changing industry
-How technology, training, and culture work together to reduce risk
-Why investing in people is just as important as investing in equipment
Rick also offers practical advice for drivers, trainers, and fleet managers on building a safety-first mindset that can change not just a company, but an entire industry.
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