Checkpoint highlights wheel safety risks

By Categories: Commercial NewsPublished On: Tuesday 23 June 2020

Wheel safety specialist Checkpoint has emphasised the vital role that both regular maintenance and visual inspections play in reducing road risk.

The company cites figures from the Transport Research Laboratory suggesting that as many as 11,000 wheel defect incidents take place each year.

“With only 68 per cent of drivers operating daily safety checks and five per cent never checking their wheels, the dangers surrounding wheel safety are very real,” said Checkpoint.

“Whilst 2020 has thrown its fair share of curveballs our way, we thank the unsung heroes of haulage for operating around the clock to allow life in the UK to carry on the way it has.

“With these essential vehicles operating around the clock in order for the UK to avoid standstill, visual inspections and regular maintenance are of paramount importance.”

Checkpoint provides a range of products to assist with visual safety and preventative maintenance, backed up by a dedicated team of specialists and over 30 years’ experience in the industry.

Highlighted benefits of the range include increased safety awareness, reduced maintenance costs, decreased vehicle and equipment downtime, simple and efficient installation, and highly visible heat detection and defects.

The latest news from Checkpoint, and information on the benefits of wheel safety and the full product range, can be found at the website.

www.checkpoint-safety.com