CUMBERLAND NEWS
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Prevent Heat Exhaustion
Now that the weather has warmed up, it's a good time to be reminded that heat exhaustion, and potentially heat stroke, can effect anyone, even those who work outdoors on a routine basis. "Signs of heat exhaustion often begin suddenly, sometimes after excessive...
Vote for your Favorite C10 Photo
We've been running a Photo Contest seeking photos of the International LT C10. Out of all the submissions, 8 finalists have been identified. Voting is open and we want your feedback! [button link="https://cumberland-companies.com/c10/c10-photo-contest" type="big"...
International Roadcheck Set for June 5-7 with Focus on Hours-of-Service Compliance
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's (CVSA) International Roadcheck will take place June 5-7, 2018. Over that 72-hour period, commercial motor vehicle inspectors in jurisdictions throughout North American will conduct inspections of commercial motor vehicles and...
Driver Tip Sheet from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA)
View this tip sheet CVSA published for carriers and drivers in preparation for this year's Roadcheck that you can print off as a handout for your drivers. Originally posted on the Idealease Safety Bulletin.
Best Practice Guidelines for Roadside Inspections
Train drivers how to complete good quality pre-trip inspection to reduce possibility of violations. Use Idealease Pre-Post Trip training videos: English: Tractor Trailer Straight Truck Spanish: Tractor Trailer Straight Truck Review CSA monthly at www.ai.fmcsa.dot.gov...
My driver has gone through a roadside inspection, how long do I have to keep this documentation on file?
Question of the Week My driver has gone through a roadside inspection, how long do I have to keep this documentation on file? Answer: Copies of all roadside inspections are to be kept by the motor carrier for 12 months. The driver is required to turn in the...
Used Truck of the Week – 2012 International Prostar
Maxxforce 450hp engine with 606k miles Ultra shift Automatic transmission 73inch High Rise single bunk sleeper All aluminum wheels wrapped in good virgin rubber This truck has been very well taken care of and has had lots of new parts installed. Comes equipped with...
Early Voting for Mayoral Election
Early voting in the Mayoral Special Election began Friday, May 4, and lasts until May 11. Right now, you can only vote at the Howard Office Building in downtown Nashville. Hours vary but it opens at 8 a.m. every weekday. HOWARD OFFICE BUILDING 700 2ND AVE S,...
Record Retention
So how long do I have to keep records and documents that are required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations? Answer: It depends on which documents we are talking about. The record retention requirements vary greatly. Here is a summary of the retention...
International Roadcheck Set for June 5-7 with Focus on Hours-of-Service Compliance
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) International Roadcheck will take place June 5-7, 2018. Over that 72-hour period, commercial motor vehicle inspectors in jurisdictions throughout North America will conduct inspections of commercial motor vehicles and...
IC Bus Scholarship Program
IC Bus will offer a scholarship program to the children or spouse of any active, full time IC Bus Dealership Employee. (This scholarship is not administered by Cumberland, but by IC Bus, and is only available to CIT employees). Eligibility Requirements: Applicant must...
Cross Referencing of Data Can Pay Off in a Big Way!
In a world now where we receive more data than ever before, it is important to not only read the data you receive but in certain situations to “cross reference” with other data you already have on file. By “cross referencing” the data you can validate the accuracy of...
Your US DOT Operating Authority May be Deactivated if You are not Updating Your Motor Carrier Information as Required Every 2 Years
Recently, I have had a number of our customers that have gone through roadside inspections informed that their US DOT operating authority has been deactivated for failure to update their motor carrier information as required every 2 years. Federal Motor Carrier Safety...
What are You Doing to Retain the Good Drivers That You Have in Your Fleet?
The American Trucking Association (ATA) recently released report indicates that the shortage of truck drivers is reaching unsustainable levels. The report indicates that the shortage of truck drivers could increase by 26,000 to reach a mind boggling high of over...
New Author – Pamela Bartholomew Gardner
You'll be seeing a new face, or name, rather, here on our website. Pamela Bartholomew-Gardner, Cumberland Tractor & Equipment's Agriculture Sales Professional will be publishing articles relevant to her primary customers, those working in the agriculture sector....
Vehicle Pedestrian Deaths are on the Increase
It's the oldest and most basic form of transportation — walking — and more people are doing more of it to get fit or stay healthy. But there's new evidence today that even walking across the street is getting more dangerous. For the second year in a row pedestrian...
Can We Talk and Walk at the Same Time?
One of challenges in combating distracted walking may be that Americans are overly confident in their ability to multitask. When asked why they walk distracted, 48 percent of respondents say “they just don’t think about it,” 28 percent feel “they can walk and do other...
Best Practices for Allowing Passengers in Your Vehicles
If you employ drivers, keep these tips in mind for everyone's safety! Develop a written passenger policy approved by your liability insurance carrier. The policy as a minimum should define relationship to the driver, minimum age and specified time limit on the unit....
FMCSA Includes ELD Violations in Revised CSA Methodology
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has updated its list of hours-of-service (HOS) violations used in the Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) enforcement model. The agency added 22 roadside inspection violations to its HOS Compliance BASIC...
Used Truck of the Week – 2008 International 4300 Durastar
DT engine 230hp with only 218k miles! Allison Automatic Transmission Air brakes Air ride driver’s seat with 3 person seating Air ride rear suspension Under CDL truck This truck was our very own service truck, and has been very well taken care of. Extremely clean...
IC Bus Walkaround 2018
Ashley Hailston, Cumberland's Bus Account Manager is competing in this years IC Bus Walkaround Video Competition. We've just submitted the following video and will share voting information once the voting period starts.
Early Voting Times and Locations
ALL EARLY VOTING LOCATIONS OPEN WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 2018 - THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 2018 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM THURSDAY, APRIL 12 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM FRIDAY, APRIL 13 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM SATURDAY, APRIL 14 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM MONDAY, APRIL 16 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM...
Can tell the age of a tire? When is a tire placed out of service? Tire Tips
“Know Your Roll” this National Tire Safety Week: May 21-28 May 21-28 is National Tire Safety Week, and now is a good time to review with your drivers the benefits of conducting thorough tire inspections during daily pre and post trip inspections. As fuel prices seem...
FMCSA Expects to Delay its Medical Certification Rule
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is anticipating a delay to a June 22 compliance deadline for a rule affecting medical certification procedures for commercial driver's license (CDL) holders. Speaking before the Commercial Vehicle Safety...
Be Aware of Synthetic Cannabinoids!
First published on the Idealease Safety Bulletin Synthetic marijuana continues to be an issue in society today. In the last month over one hundred people have been injured and two have died from ingesting tainted synthetic marijuana in the Chicago area. As first...
TTA’s Technician Skills Competition
Andy Roberson and Dan Whittle are judges at the TN Trucking Association’s Technician Skills Competition today at the Wilson County Expo Center. Someone is going to walk away with that AWESOME trophy ?. Congrats to all the winners! (Also nice to see so many...
Injury Prevention – Life and Motion
Cumberland has an employee wellness program where we host on-site education sessions with guest speakers each month. Topics range from How to Read a Food Label to Financial Awareness: Budgeting 101 to Stress Management and more. This month, Dr. Scott Dunaway joined...
10 Tips for Driving Safely in Work Zones
It's National Work Zone Awareness Week National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) is an annual spring campaign held at the start of construction season to encourage safe driving through highway work zones and construction sites. The key message is for drivers to use...
Full Enforcement of E-logs Began April 1st
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) reaffirms that roadside inspection personnel are enforcing the electronic record of duty status (i.e., e-log) mandate effective April 1, 2018. According to CVSA, commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers are expected to have...
Do You Need a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to Operate a Straight Truck Less than 26,001 pounds GVWR with Air Brakes?
The definition of a Commercial Motor Vehicle for the purpose of requiring a CDL as described in CFR 383.5 is as follows: Commercial motor vehicle (CMV) means a motor vehicle or a combination of motor vehicles used in commerce to transport passengers or property if the...