Category - Truck Driver Safety Articles

CSA Violation List Updated in Time for September Snapshot

CSA Violation List Updated in time for September Snapshot The list of severity-weighted violations appearing in the Safety Measurement System (SMS)...

Tis’ Deer Season!

It is Deer season, and now is the time to remind drivers of the dangers of animals in the roadway. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety...

How to Make a Cold Weather Survival Kit

Everyone should carry a Winter Survival Kit in their truck. In an emergency, it could save your life. Here is what you need: a shovel windshield...

Preparing for the Cold Weather Ahead!

We are now in Fall and now is the time to start preparing your operation for the cold weather ahead. Your drivers should be aware of what is...

Top Audit Violations

The top violations discovered during reviews are included in A & I Online's yearly summaries. The top five acute regulations...

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FMCSA Compliance Review

If a motor carrier has been contacted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) or their state motor carrier...

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“Red Flag” Driver Violations

“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...

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Six Most Common CSA Violations

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...

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Click It or Ticket – Myth Busting

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...

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