Training Requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Many of you have received emails from consulting firms...
Are your supervisor’s of CDL drivers trained under FMCSA regulations?
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Have You Experienced a Non-Preventable DOT Recordable Accident?
Don’t forget about the FMCSA crash preventability program! Motor carriers and drivers can challenge the preventability of...
Tis’ Deer Season. “Oh Deer!”
It is Deer season, and now is the time to remind drivers of the dangers of animals in the roadway. The Insurance Institute for...
Train Safety Tips for Truck Drivers
Always Expect a Train at EACH AND EVERY Crossing! Safety Tips for Truck Drivers Ever think how many times a day on your drivers routes your drivers cross a train track? Most of the time drivers take...
Have You Prepared Your Terminal Facility for the Long Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend?
Have You Prepared Your Terminal Facility for the Long Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend? It is not uncommon for thieves to target truck terminals over the holidays as they know it is a good opportunity...
Managing Your DOT Random Testing During Unprecedented Times
End-of-year holidays and vacations often throw a wrench into a motor carrier's plans to notify drivers of DOT random testing. Then add in a national health emergency such as COVID-19, and your...
Are you Sharing Your Driver With Another Company?
How does the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration address the use of a driver by multiple employers? Answer: Yes, this situation is addressed in several ways throughout the regulations;...
A Focus on Pedestrian Safety!
A Focus on Pedestrian Safety! Help Prevent Roadway Accidents Involving Pedestrians Many pedestrians assume drivers will see them easily and stop their vehicles. However, due to factors such as heavy...
TSA Extends Exemption for Expired Hazardous Materials Endorsements
TSA Extends Exemption for Expired Hazardous Materials Endorsements The Transportation Security Administration has extended the exemption from Renewal of the Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME)...
$100,000 Awarded to Iowa College Looking to Train the Next Generation of Truckers
A college in Iowa has received $100,000 to help them train and place new drivers as part of an essential workers training program. Eastern Iowa Community College (EICC) received a $100,000 grant...
New law will fine truck drivers for parking on right-of-ways in Orange County, Florida
A new law banning commercial trucks from parking on right-of-ways in Orange County, Florida, will go into effect next month. The change comes after residents in mixed-use neighborhoods complained...
Commercial Drivers Given More Time to Renew HMEs
Commercial Drivers Given More Time to Renew HEMs The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is extending its previously issued COVID-19 exemption, which provides commercial drivers with...