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CSA Game Plan Coming Soon, FMCSA Official Says

From the Idealease Safety Bulletin The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) will soon release its plan to overhaul the Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) scoring system, the agency's chief of enforcement announced on January 9....

TAPT Board of Directors Meeting – December 2017

The Tennessee Association of Pupil Transportation (TAPT) holds its annual Board of Directors meeting the weekend of December 8th -10th in Pigeon Forge, TN. Cumberland is the proud sponsor of the event for the 3rd year in a row. This year marks big...

Parking Lot Accident Exposure Increases during the Holidays!

Parking Lot Accident Exposure Increases during the Holidays!

As we are drawing near to the holiday season it is time to remind drivers of the exposures that exist in parking lots as they make deliveries and pickups. This holiday season pay special attention when operating in a parking lot and observe the...

TAPT 2017 – JUNE 4-7

TAPT 2017 - On June 4-7, 2017, Tennessee Association of Pupil Transportation (TAPT) held its annual conference in Pigeon Forge, TN. 434 attendees were registered for this year’s conference, a slight decrease from last year’s attendance. Cumberland...

Inclement Weather Policy and Phone Number

Inclement Weather Policy and Phone Number

Inclement Weather Line: 615-829-7997. As the weather station is calling for flurries in Nashville, it's time to remind everyone of Cumberland's Inclement Weather Policy. Cumberland's number one priority is the safety of our customers, employees and...

IC Bus Showecases New Features at NAPT

IC Bus Showecases New Features at NAPT

Full article originally posted on School Bus Fleet. In Kansas City the National Association for Pupil Transportation tradeshow was held on Tuesday, November 8. New offerings in the IC Bus line were on display including: Over-the-air programming...

Nashville School Starts on Wednesday 8/3/16

Nashville School Starts on Wednesday 8/3/16

It's hard to believe school is starting this week. I remember having a few more weeks of summer.  Here are some resources you may find useful. Metro Nashville School Calendar - All the days off, progress reports, holidays, etc. What Zone are You??...

TAPT 2016 – Bus

TAPT 2016 – Bus

Cumberland Bus continues to be very active in the participation and support of the Tennessee Association of Pupil Transportation (TAPT). Through the sponsorship of regional lunches and the annual conference, Ashley Hailey does an excellent job of...