The Midwest Safety team recently posted an intriguing traffic camera video that has since gone viral. The footage captured a truck driver who was having a terrible day, and it has already been viewed over 8,000 times in less than twenty four hours. The clip has sparked a lot of speculation among viewers about what could have gone wrong.
One observant viewer noted that the tower appeared to be rotating, causing the trailer to unbalance and tip over. This, in turn, caused the boom to slip off the deck. The absence of securing devices such as chains only exacerbated the problem. A spectator noted that the pivot lock was the most significant missing factor in this situation.
Another viewer humorously noted that the mag deck was not designed to handle rubber tires. However, other viewers were more serious in their assessments and predicted that the truck driver would receive a ticket for improperly securing the load.
Overall, the video serves as a reminder of the importance of proper load securing and safety measures when operating large vehicles on the road. It is fortunate that no one was injured in this incident, but it serves as a cautionary tale for other drivers to always be vigilant and take the necessary precautions to ensure everyone's safety on the road.
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