Security Blues

Sure, we understand the need for security but the precautions in place at Lori's latest shipper seem a bit extreme. We can't tell you where this load was picked up (at least until it's delivered) because it's a "high value load" but Lori has made a note what to expect next time we're here.

Lori and her trainer, Tamara, arrived at the front gate and were told to come into the guard shack with their IDs. Seems they would have to watch a safety video and take a test before they would be allowed in. No problem.

Since there was just one computer, Tamara went first, after which she headed to the truck and drove in. Lori asked the guard if she should take her test now and he said no, only one person per truck could enter. So Lori got to sit at a small table in the guard shack for the next four hours. She had no phone, no food or water, and NOTHING to do. She wasn't even allowed to walk to the truck to get something and come back. Needless to say, it was a long and frustrating day.

If we ever go back to this place, one of us will get dropped off at the local mall or movie theatre!