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Filming on Train Tracks is Illegal & Deadly!
New Operation Lifesaver Video Warns Filming on Train Tracks is Illegal & Deadly! Operation Lifesaver has for years warned people of taking photos standing on rail tracks, as this portrays this is a safe place for pedestrians. With the ever growing amount of...
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 for granted that there is not a train coming and proceed crossing the...
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 are there is no one there. Make sure that you take extra precaution to...
Haulin’ for the Holidays – 2020 Toy Drive Benefiting Youth Encouragement Services
HAULIN’ FOR THE HOLIDAYS Haulin’ for the Holidays is a state-wide initiative by the Tennessee Trucking Association and its Young Professional Council to partner with TTA members and local charities to make holidays brighter for Tennessee children, teens and families. ...
Cumberland Featured at WIT Accelerate Conference
Cumberland has been named a "Top Company For Women to Work For in Transportation." We were featured in this year's Women in Trucking Association Accelerate Conference held on November 12 and 13, 2020 and will be featured in WIT's magazine, Redefining The Road. The...
Cumberland Thanksgiving Hours 2020
Happy Thanksgiving to all our Customers, Vendors and Employees! We hope you have a safe and happy weekend with your family and friends. Travel safe and we can't wait to see you after the holiday! HOLIDAY HOURS : Please note that we will be CLOSED* on November 26th...
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 annual testing may fall short. Carriers subject to 49 CFR Part 382 must...
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; however, it is confusing. Drivers that work part time, fall into several...
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 traffic, poor road conditions and various kinds of distractions,...
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) Security Threat Assessment for CDL drivers which was scheduled to expire...
$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 from Future Iowa’s Coronavirus Relief Employer Innovation Fund. This...
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 about big rigs and large trucks parking along the street in the area....
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 additional time to renew their hazardous materials endorsement (HME). The...
How Does DEA’s New Marijuana Definition Impact CMV Drivers?
How does the DEA's New Marijuana Definition Impact CMV Drivers? The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) recently updated its definition of “marijuana” to conform to a 2018 law that removed certain restrictions from hemp and the hemp-derived product known as...
Halloween Driving “Tricks” to Keep Everyone Safe
Halloween Driving "Tricks" to Keep Everyone Safe To help everyone bring home treats — not tragedies — follow these tips for a safe Halloween: • Focus on your driving. A single distraction could lead to a tragedy. • Stay well below the posted speed limit. • Pay...
How Drivers Can Impact Tire Cost and Tire Safety
How Drivers Can Impact Tire Cost and Tire Safety Next to fuel, tires have been and will continue to be the #1 maintenance issue facing fleets today. Drivers can have an enormous impact on your tire expenses and their safety during a pre-trip inspection and while they...
November 1st-8th is Drowsy Driving Prevention Week
November 1st-8th is Drowsy Driving Prevention Week The National Sleep Foundation has launched Drowsy Driving Prevention week as an educational campaign designed to save lives by increasing awareness of the dangers of driving while sleepy. The National Highway...
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) Methodology was updated in late September to better align with the roadside inspection program. The violations are a key...
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 estimates that 1.5 million deer-related accidents occur each year. Deer are struck in three out of four accidents involving...
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 scraper and small broom flashlight with extra batteries battery powered radio water snack food including energy bars...