Reliability is a key component of every moving company striving to establish a solid reputation. (Photo: Shutterstock) Reliability is a key component of every moving company striving to establish a solid reputation. (Photo: Shutterstock)

There are common risks moving companies encounter — when traveling long distances with a truck full of cargo, incidents are bound to happen. This article shares some of the most common risks a moving company might face and ways to prevent them.

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Routine vehicle safety

Vehicle maintenance is vital to moving companies, as most issues generally start when maintenance is neglected. Some of it is unavoidable, as vehicles of this size are inevitably going to have their issues; however, the key to avoiding preventable incidents is by creating a system of maintenance tips that employees can easily follow.

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