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Mackenzie L McKeown1, Alexander M Crizzle
1From the School of Public Health, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada (M.L.M., A.M.C).
Objective:
This study examined and compared the truck stop needs and preferences of long-haul truck drivers (LHTDs) based on gender.
Methods:
LHTDs were recruited from various provincial and federal trucking associations and trucking companies across Canada. A sample of 406 drivers completed an online survey that consisted of questions on demographics, health conditions and behaviors, and preferences for truck stop amenities.
Results:
LHTD reported that parking, healthy and affordable foods, showers, washrooms, and exercise facilities with basic equipment are the most important amenities needed at truck stops. Compared to men, women were significantly more likely to desire a picnic area at truck stops; all other amenities were consistently desired by both genders.
Conclusions:
Improvements to the truck stop environment are needed to support the health and wellness of LHTD.
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