Barrette Trivia
What sits behind the Brooksville Vinyl Plant?
The Brooksville airport.
What is the minimum tread depth allowed by law for a tractor drive and trailer tire?
2/32
What is the first thing you need to do when you are going to complete your VIR?
Select the Vehicle Inspection icon on your screen.
What is the parent company of Old Castle APG?
Answer: CRH which was founded in Ireland in 1970.
I recently got married.
Jazmin Shropshire
The Barrette Logistics MC or DOT number, can you name either?
600789 or 1059892
What is the only acceptable method for checking for a flat tire?
With a hammer only. Not your foot.
What three things are required when entering load information?
Load ID, bill of lading number and trailer ID.
Where are the main offices for APG Old Castle?
Answer- Atlanta GA
I just last week was inducted into a Hall of Fame
Tom Brady- New England
Who is the transportation auto insurance company for both Barrette Logistics and Boyle Transportation Services?
Liberty Mutual
How do you get a frozen/rusted brake shoe to release when locked up?
With the brakes released on the unit that is locket up, hit the inside edge of the brake drum with a hammer until the brake shoes pop free.
What do you do if you forgot to log off the last time you were on duty?
Contact Damon or Dispatch to make to make the corrections.
Other then Barrette, list two Brands under Old Castle?
Answer: Active Yards, Techniseal, Sakrete, Pebletec, Belgard, Moistureshield, Boerboel, Duralite
I have been dispatching for 27 years. In my spare time I enjoy Bird Watching.
Tom Connell- Marlton
How many total drivers are there in the Brooksville fleet?
16
What is the maximum of brake stroke travel allowed before being put out of service for brakes not in adjustment?
Answer: 2 1/2 inches
Name one reason is it important to enter the correct trailer number when logging in.
To ensure you have the right load, track the equipment in McLeod and to make sure it is properly serviced when completing a DVIR.
How many locations does Old Castle have?
A) 50, B) over 200, C) 100
Answer: B) over 200
I have a farm behind the plant where I work, i have goats and chickens.
Bo Violes- Bulls Gap
Damon Clark started working for the company in what year?
2007
What is the maximum amount of air pressure loss allowed with the service brakes applied during a roadside inspection?
Answer: 4 lbs per minute
What is the first thing you should do after going on duty?
Complete your DVIR
Fill in the Blank:
We stand together to _________ the way our world is built.
Answer: Reinvent - Our Purpose Statement
My favorite past time is fishing when I am not working on Barrette Transportations projects.
John Boyle