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Does Your Driver Know the Difference Between a “Defect” and a “Safety Sensitive” Defect?
The Drivers Daily Vehicle Inspection (DVIR) is part of a driver’s daily responsibility to protect themselves, the motoring...
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Did you know your brain can miss seeing up to 50% of your driving environment when you talk on a cell phone? And that according...
FMCSA Offers Clarification on Personal Conveyance and Agricultural Exemption
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is clarifying - through regulatory guidance - two points of confusion surrounding the agency's hours-of-service rules: the 150-air-mile...
“Red Flag” Driver Violations
When investigating a motor carrier, a Safety Investigator (SI) looks at driver history for egregious violations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs). These violations are...
Six Most Common CSA Violations
The Truck Violation: Lighting 28% of all roadside vehicle violations last year, out of 2.4 million inspections, dealt with lights or reflective materials. Light violations are a severity point...
Emergency Preparedness: National Safety Month
Emergency situations can happen at any time, making it crucial that you are prepared for the unexpected long before it happens. Plan for Possible Emergencies Research and prepare for natural...
Register Now for the Idealease Safety & Compliance Seminar
Do you employ drivers or manage a fleet? Then register today to attend the Idealease Safety & Compliance Seminar Completion of this one-day class gives you the required training certification...
4300 Stakebed Available for Rental
Swing by or call Nashville's Cumberland Idealease if you're looking for a 20FT stakebed truck to rent. [button link="https://cumberland-companies.com/inventory/international-4300-20ft-stakebed"...
Click It or Ticket – Myth Busting
In 2016, more than 32 million people failed to buckle up while in their vehicles - that's nearly 10 percent of drivers and passengers. Decades ago, we learned about the life-saving importance of the...
Schools Out! Summer is Here! Remember, Safety First!
With the arrival of summer, many of us are looking forward to spending more time outdoors. School is out, so there are many children going to and from, and participating in, outdoor activities...
Are Your Drivers Wearing the Correct Sunglasses?
As a professional driver subject to the sun's rays constantly you need to make sure you are wearing the proper sunglasses to protect your eyes. In addition, proper sunglasses allow you as a driver...