Category - Truck Driver Safety Articles

FMCSA Proposes To Add Rear Impact Guards To Annual Inspections

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has published a proposed rule to include rear impact guards on the list of items that must be...

TSA Will Not Continue Authority To Extend HME Validity For CDL Drivers

The Transportation Security Administration has confirmed that after December 31, 2020, the agency will not continue authorization of State Driver...

Time To Finalize Your Accident Documentation For 2020

All motor carriers operating CMV’s over 10,000 lbs. MGVWR, transporting HM in placardable quantities or transporting passengers are required to...

PROTECTING YOUR DRIVER DURING EXTREME COLD CONDITIONS

Cold Weather Precautions To Prevent Hypothermia and Frostbite Hypothermia occurs when the body's temperature falls below normal. Early and mild...
Preparing for the Cold Weather Ahead

Preparing for the Cold Weather Ahead

With the first Day of Fall behind us, now is the time to start preparing your operation for the cold weather ahead. Your drivers should be aware of what is required to keep their truck running...

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Roadcheck 2018 Data Posted by CVSA

Roadcheck 2018 Data Posted by CVSA

Almost 12,000 vehicles and more than 2,600 drivers were placed out of service (OOS) by Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) enforcement personnel as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's (CVSA)...

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Highlighted CVSA Statistics

Highlighted CVSA Statistics

21.6% of 45,000 vehicles that had a Level 1 inspection were placed OOS for vehicle-related violations. A Level I inspection is a 37-step procedure that includes examination of driver operating...

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