The breakfast was good - mood improved - the meeting is tomorrow.
I'm trying to feel sorry for the guy but I can't find it in me; he made a choice and is paying the price. We live in a society in which mediocrity is promoted and in which people don't have to think for themselves as much...but in this case neither is suitable or relevant. Trucking and transport is big business and when it comes to safety Australia is one of the most safety conscious countries in the world.
If compromise is permitted where is it placed?
Is it of for a truck driver hauling a triple road train to have a beer or two as long as he's under the limit? (No).
Is it of for a truck driver hauling a triple road train to drive for 12 hours non-stop (No).
Is it of for a truck driver hauling a triple road train to disobey the speed limits? (No).
I think you get my point. So...in my mind, there's no room for safety to be compromised, even should that be failing to wear a hi-vis vest and safety boots. This chap new the rules and chose not to follow them. Turning up a little late? Hmm, ok maybe that's excusable (not really with this customer though.) But the lack of PE, the most fundamental of things...That's what got him fired.