Truck-Lite releases training program

To help fleets ensure that its truck lighting and harness system is compliant with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’ CSA (Compliance, Safety & Accountability) program, Truck-Lite has announced the release of a multi-faceted training program titled: “For CSA, Choose Wisely - Choose Truck-Lite.

“Vehicle lighting is a prominent area of emphases in the CSA vehicle maintenance category acting as a flag to enforcement and potentially leading to a vehicle review. The importance in specifying and using reliable and trustworthy products should be given significant attention,” said Truck-Lite’s vice president of marketing, Bob Ives.

Not all manufacturers of vehicle lighting products are the same, and not all lamps from the same manufacturer are created equal, he said. When it comes to selecting a lighting provider and lamp options, it is important to be informed and make the right choices for the application because the products that are installed on a vehicle affect its safety and reliability.

Truck-Lite will be releasing a series of training materials that will help fleets make appropriate lighting choices. Some of the materials will include a CSA and lighting brochure with FMCSA regulations, a dedicated website with frequently asked CSA lighting questions and onsite customer training materials.

In the meantime, Truck-Lite recommends that fleets upgrade to LED lighting and wiring systems whenever possible. LED lamps provide greater reliability and dependability.

Furthermore, the company, stresses the critical importance of performing a pre-trip vehicle inspection of equipment and double checking the function of all lighting before heading out.

Truck-Lite is a major producer of signal lighting, forward lighting, wiring harnesses, mirrors, turn signal switches and safety accessories to the heavy duty truck, trailer and commercial vehicle industries.