What can REPS and Checks do for you?

• A. Prevent controllable incidents
• B. Prevent all incidents
• C. Eliminate vehicle maintenance
• D. Increase fuel consumption

Answer: (A)

REPS and checks are proactive safety practices that help catch issues before they cause problems. They involve inspecting the vehicle, equipment, and how you’re performing your tasks, and reviewing how things are being done on the job. By spotting and fixing things you can control—like worn tires, lights that don’t work, loose cargo, or unsafe loading and unloading procedures—you prevent incidents you could have avoided. Not every incident can be stopped, since some events are out of your control, such as sudden weather changes or other drivers’ actions. These checks don’t eliminate maintenance requirements, and they don’t serve to increase fuel use; they’re about reducing risk by addressing controllable issues and keeping operations safe and efficient.