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Here is the Guidance From the FMCSA on CFR 391.45
Must a driver who is returning from an illness or injury undergo a medical examination even if his current medical certificate has not expired? Guidance: The FMCSRs do not require an examination in this case unless the injury or illness has impaired the driver’s...
Touch a Truck – 9/15/18 – Williamson Co. Parks & Rec
Touch-A-Truck Saturday, September 15 10:00 am - 2:00 pm FREE Thompson's Station Church 2608 Thompson's Station Rd East, Thompson's Station, TN Come enjoy: Construction equipment, emergency vehicles, a party bus, food trucks, craft tent, raffle prizes, live...
Idealease Cookout Success
A huge thanks to everyone who came out to the cookout last Friday at Cumberland Idealease, here are a few of the pictures.
Your Truck is No Match for a Train
Ever think about how many times a day on your route you cross a train track? Most of the time we take for granted that there is not a train coming and proceed crossing the track. Take time to download the driver’s guide and take the safety quiz for professional...
Turn Around Don’t Drown
We are now in the middle of the hurricane season that could produce storms that could drop up to 30+ inches of rain. It is a good time to discuss with your drivers about flooding and the fact that road conditions can change rapidly with flash floods. Each year, more...
New Operation Lifesaver Video Warns Filming on Train Tracks is Illegal, Deadly!
With the ever growing amount of social media, it is not surprising there have been several deadly incidents involving people making videos near railroad tracks. The national nonprofit rail safety education group Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) has released a new...
Cookout TOMORROW at Idealease – Friday, 8/17/18
REMINDER! You're Invited Join us at Idealease in Nashville, TN on Friday, August 17, 2018 from 11:00 - 1:00 for a Cookout! The Mean Green Ice Cream Machine will be here. 1901 Lebanon Pike, Nashville, TN 37210 Add to Calendar 08/17/2018 11:00 AM 08/17/2018 1:00 PM...
What You May Not Know About Brake Systems and Inspections
Are automatic brake adjusters are required? How to verify that your ABS is working. What is your regulation brake stroke limit? How to identify chaffed or worn hoses What is a PBBT inspection? Answers to these questions can be found on the CVSA website. Originally...
Brake Safety Week is September 16-22 : Here’s what you need to know
Brake Safety Week is September 16-22 CVSA-certified enforcement personnel will conduct roadside inspections on commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Brake Safety Week, Sept. 16-22, in order to identify and remove...
Cookout at Idealease – Friday, 8/17/18
You're Invited Join us at Idealease in Nashville, TN on Friday, August 17, 2018 from 11:00 - 1:00 for a Cookout! 1901 Lebanon Pike, Nashville, TN 37210 Add to Calendar 08/17/2018 11:00 AM 08/17/2018 1:00 PM America/Chicago Idealease Cookout Join us at Idealease in...
Back to School Safety!
In the next two weeks we will see many students returning back to school after the summer break. Pedestrian-vehicle injuries are a leading cause of death for children ages 5 to 14. Kids are back from summer camp, school will be in session again soon and school buses...
School Buses and Laws
Even if you don't have kids in school, it's not hard to see the increase in school buses around this time. Laws vary by state, but usually you have to stop if a school bus is loading or unloading—no matter what side of the street it's on. Passing a school bus while...
ATRI Updates Its Crash Predictor Model
The likelihood of a future crash can be quantified statistically using a truck driver's behaviors, according to the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) Crash Predictor Model. ATRI recently released the third edition of its analysis. The study: Uses two...
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Thursday, 8/2/2018 is Election Day
If you didn't get a chance to vote early in the primaries, this Thursday is primary election day in Tennessee. Here's some helpful information: County Info - search for your county, then click on links to find voting locations and sample ballots State Info - links for...
Safe Driving at Night
Although only 15% of vehicle miles are clocked between 7pm and 7am, according to a recent study, they account for almost a third of road injuries and deaths. There's no doubt that driving in the dark is more dangerous, than during daylight hours. In fact, it has been...
Seeing at Night
Night vision is the ability to see well in low-light conditions. As we age, we have greater difficulty seeing at night. A 50-year-old driver may need twice as much light to see as well as a 30-year-old. At age 60 and older, driving can become even more difficult,...
More Critical Tips for Safe Driving at Night
Headlamps should be on about an hour before dusk. This makes it easier for you to see as the sun sets, but also makes you more visible to other drivers. Of course, during times of bad weather, consider using your lights regardless of the time of day. Thunder storms,...
Is Your Vehicle Roadworthy for Night Driving?
A properly performed Pre-trip Inspection will allow the driver to verify their vehicle is safe for driving at night and reduce the risks of getting stranded alongside the road! Here is some advice to consider before turning the ignition: Properly aligned headlights...
Defensive Driving at Night
Driving at night requires defensive and thoughtful driving! Here is some advice on safe driving techniques: Plan your route so you're aware of any steep descents, sharp corners and other hazards specific to that route Remain very alert to vulnerable road users such as...