Trucking news and briefs for Tuesday, June 2, 2020:
COVID-19 testing available for Arkansas-based truckers
The Arkansas Trucking Association has worked with the state’s health department to find 30 health clinics in the state where truck drivers can receive a COVID-19 test.
The clinic locations are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 pm. It is recommended to call ahead and make an appointment, but it is not required. Some locations have extended hours on certain days. A full list of clinic locations can be found here.
Drivers should bring their CDL and insurance card and expect to wear a mask while visiting the clinic. There is no out-of-pocket expense for the test. Result times vary but average two-to-three business days.
The association notes that a negative test result is a snapshot in time and only indicates that the virus was not present at the time of the test. Individuals can still get sick and should continue to follow distancing guidelines and wash hands often, the group adds. A positive COVID-19 test means you currently have or recently had the virus. Monitor your symptoms and get medical help right away if you have trouble breathing, confusion, or bluish lips or face.
Arizona adding truck parking to 511 site
The Arizona Department of Transportation has added the total number of truck parking spaces at any of the state’s rest areas on the department’s 511 website.
Drivers can click on the ‘Map Legend’ box on the right-hand side of the screen and check the box next to ‘Rest Areas’ to bring up the rest areas on the map. Clicking on a rest area location will show details including the total number of truck spaces.
