Did you know that trucks move roughly 71% of the nation's freight by weight? So the saying goes, if you bought it, a trucker brought it.

Crashes, theft, and vandalism are all inherent risks in the trucking industry and insurance companies continue to raise truck fleet insurance premiums to cover the costs. With higher deductibles and extra liability on the line, it’s more important than ever for fleet managers to focus on fleet safety with good training and reliable technology.

Starting out as a flatbed trucker, there is a lot to learn. Each load is different, but the end goal is always the same—get the load to its destination in the condition you got it. To help you do that, we’ve compiled some helpful flatbed trucking tips from experienced drivers.