When using the pressure washer, turn off the burner atleast 5 minutes before your done spraying off. This allows it to cool down from the cooler water running through as your rinsing off. After you turn off the pressure washer, squeeze the trigger to get the last little bit of water out and to depressurize the unit. There are spray guns on both sides of the bay, so if you are waiting for someone to finish washing, you can give him a hand spraying off the rest of their truck. Below are a couple tips for safely using a pressure washer: -The high pressure put out by a pressure washer can easily cut through flesh and cause very serious injuries and can cause high-pressure water injection which is very dangerous. Do not spray your skin, clothing, or boots. -Be aware that the floor in the wash bay and outside the wash bay will be slippery. Watch your step. -Make sure you are wearing boots, gloves, and safety glasses when using the pressure washer.   ... » Read more

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Posted 01/15/21 01:34:59 PM

Winter driving is the most difficult driving season. Snow and ice make even the most routine drive dangerous.  Vehicle Checks include the following:-Check coolant level -Check batteries -Check Brakes -Inspect tires for wear and proper inflation -Test heater, defroster, and fans -Inspect windshield for cracks -Replace worn or damaged windshield wiper blades While you are driving: -Clear all ice, snow, and dirt off windows, mirros, and lights. -Try to clear snow from all vehicle services so snow and ice that slides off doesn't block windshield -Know the conditions of the road and touch brakes to measure effectiveness -Reduce speed over bridges, suspended surfaces, turns, and exit/entry ramps -Increase normal following distance of 4 seconds, an additional 1-2 seconds -Turn headlights on anytime there is adverse weather conditions -Watch out for pedestrians  -Make sure... » Read more

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Posted 12/28/20 08:10:57 AM

There are three main types of distractions that can occur while driving. Visual: Taking your eyes off the road. Manual: Taking your hands off the wheel. Cognitive: Taking your mind off what you are doing. Distracted driving is considered any non dirving activity that a person engages in and that has the potential to distract them from the primary task of driving and therefore increases the risk of getting in an accident. Under MN law, drivers are not allowed to have a cellp... » Read more

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Posted 12/07/20 07:09:37 AM

Lifting is very much a part of our every day jobs. And, because it is something we do so often, we tend to do it without thinking, or at least we do until we strain a muscle, or worse, hurt our backs.... » Read more

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Posted 11/23/20 07:13:46 AM

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Posted 11/20/20 10:02:25 AM