Yard Spotting

Yard trucks are similar to forklifts and hand trucks when it comes to moving trailers. Injuries are more likely to occur when unloading trucks by hand. With a forklift, manual effort is minimized (and injuries are less likely). Yard trucks are no different. By not having to raise and lower trailer stands or constantly enter and exit the cab, operators can move more cargo per shift. With a sliding back door and catwalk, yard trucks can be hooked up to trailers and airlines without the operator dismounting. They simply step out onto the platform, hook everything up, then step back inside the cabin. An operator can move more trailers per shift using a spotter truck versus an over-the-road truck.