Now is a good time to remind your drivers of the consequences of drinking during the holiday season and what effect their...
Category - Safety Articles
FMCSA Issues Guidance on Submitting DUIs to Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has issued guidance on new requirements contained in the agency’s October 7,...
Registration is Open for the 2021 Idealease Fall Safety Webinars
We will be presenting six safety webinars this fall for our prospects and customers to attend in place of in-person safety...
FMCSA May Take Extenuating Circumstances into Account for Random Testing in 2020
An enforcement notice posted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) addresses the difficulties that motor carriers may encounter during the COVID-19 pandemic as they manage their...
What are the Disqualifications that Would Prevent a Driver from Receiving Clearance in the Security Threat Assessment Process for a Hazardous Materials Endorsement?
Conviction of any of the following crimes will disqualify a driver from being eligible for a hazmat endorsement: Terrorism, Assault with intent to murder, Murder, Espionage, Sedition, Kidnapping or...
This NON-CDL truck could require the driver to have a CDL with a Tank endorsement to drive
FMCSA definition for “Tank Vehicle” for Tank Endorsement for CDL Tank vehicle means any commercial motor vehicle that is designed to transport any liquid or gaseous materials within a tank or tanks...
High Alert for Drivers Over July 4th Holiday
The 4th of July holiday is a time to enjoy fireworks and show country pride but is also traditionally one of the more dangerous times on the road. With the pandemic many people have been “shelter...
Cargo Theft and 4th of July
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Have You Prepared Your Terminal Facility for the 4th of July Holiday
It is not uncommon for thieves to target truck terminals and truck dealerships over the holidays. Thieves know that holiday weekends are a good opportunity for a successful theft as the possibility...
Idealease Cancels 2020 Safety Seminars
As we see the COVID-19 pandemic continue to evolve with impact to our locations and customers we evaluated the practicality of holding the 2020 Idealease Safety seminars with the protection of our...
It’s Hurricane Season – Preparation is Critical
Hurricane Season is Here! June 1st was the official start date of the 2020 hurricane season that runs through November 30th. If we have learned anything from prior storms, preparation is critical....
Heat and your Truck
For drivers to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in a safe manner it's important to understand how heat affects the operation of the CMV. Two areas that drivers must pay attention during...