The reasons are:
* Unauthorized Operation: Anyone could potentially access the key and start the truck, leading to theft, accidents, or damage.
* Accidental Starting: The key could accidentally be turned in your pocket, potentially causing the truck to move unexpectedly and leading to injury or damage.
* Loss or Misplacement: Losing the key in your pocket can lead to major delays and complications.
* Company Policy Violation: Most trucking companies have strict policies regarding key security to prevent these very issues.
The key should be kept in a secure location, such as a designated key pouch or on your person but in a secure holder specifically designed for this purpose, and definitely not loose in a pocket.
