MCS 150 Update: Ultimate Guide
MCS 150 update is quick and easy with this guide! An FMCSA biennial update (or FMCSA MCS 150 revision) is required if you operate a trucking company in the United States. You’re required to make an update to your Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) record at least every two years. There are many reasons…
FMCSA New Entrant Safety Audit
The FMCSA New Entrant Safety Audit checks a new trucking company’s compliance with the FMCSA regulations. The mere words New Entrant Safety Audit can drive your anxiety through the roof. Don’t worry! Most new trucking companies will pass this review. What is the New Entrant Safety Audit? The DOT new entrant safety audit examines a…
Preparing for CVSA Roadcheck
Preparing for CVSA Roadcheck each year doesn’t have to be hard. Many of the issues that DOT inspectors check for during their annual International Roadcheck event are easily prevented. Follow these 3 steps to reduce the likelihood of your trucks being inspected and improving the outcome if they are. This article was originally posted on…
DOT Audit Checklist
A DOT Audit Checklist will help you prepare for an upcoming DOT audit. If you don’t have a DOT audit coming up, then using one will help make sure that you’re “audit ready”! What is a DOT Audit? A DOT audit is also known as a compliance review. This a thorough examination of your trucking…
What are HOS Supporting Documents?
HOS Supporting Documents are the documents that drivers “create” through their normal course of operations that can be used to verify a driver’s HOS (Hours of Service) records. These are really important because FMCSA regulations require trucking companies to keep these so that investigators can verify a driver’s HOS records of duty status (RODS) during…
What is a DVER?
A Driver/Vehicle Examination Report (DVER) is issued after a roadside DOT inspection, summarizing violations and compliance issues. Drivers must promptly deliver the DVER to their carrier, who must then address violations and return a signed copy within 15 days. Effective DVER management is vital for maintaining compliance and safety.
Five Ways To Boost Semi-Truck Fuel Economy
Want to boost your semi-truck fuel economy by 15 to 20% or more? You can easily do that with these 5 tips! With diesel fuel prices at or near all time highs, it’s never been more important to manage this critical business expense. Slowing Down One of the easiest ways to boost your semi-truck fuel…
What is the FMCSA Clearinghouse?
The FMCSA Clearinghouse is a database that provides information about whether a commercial driver has any DOT drug and alcohol program violations. These are typically failed DOT drug tests. All trucking companies must request (and receive) this violation information from the clearinghouse before a driver can operate a truck or bus for them. You also…
2022 International Roadcheck Focus: Wheel Ends
The 2022 International Roadcheck event will be held this year on May 17-19 with a focus on wheel ends. During this 72 hour DOT inspection blitz, commercial vehicle enforcement officers from all over North America will likely inspect over 40,000 commercial trucks and buses. Preparing for CVSA Roadcheck in advance should make it a “non-event”…
CSA Points Value Guide
CSA points are assessed for DOT violations that a truck driver receives during a roadside inspection. Use this guide to learn more about CSA points and find the point values associated with each violation. Each time a trucker is pulled over and inspected by a law enforcement officer, they run the risk of receiving violations…
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