1. Garbage truck

A garbage truck (also called a waste collection vehicle or refuse truck) is a specialized vehicle used for collecting and transporting solid waste to a landfill, recycling center, or waste treatment facility. Frequently stops on public roads—drivers should maintain distance. Often marked with slow vehicle warning signs.

  • Expect frequent stopping and starting.
  • Be aware of workers walking around the vehicle.
  • Visibility may be limited around the truck.
  • Increased risk in narrow streets or residential areas.
  • Reduce speed and keep a safe distance.
Garbage truck

A garbage truck. (Denmark) © Wikimedia.org/Tomasz Sienicki, CC BY