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Articlesby Kathy CloseMay 4, 2021

COVID-19 Waivers for Med Cards & CDLs Ending

As most drivers and carriers resume normal operations, documenting the use of waivers is essential for future reference. 

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Articlesby Kathy CloseMarch 2, 2021

Does the IRP Apply to Smaller, Commercial Vehicles?

Motor carriers that operate smaller commercial motor vehicles are subject to several areas of safety compliance. Does this include the International Registration Plan (IRP)?

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ArticlesJanuary 3, 2021

How to Use the Materials of Trade Exceptions

Private fleets often transport hazardous materials (hazmat) while performing a service. These quantities are minimal and pose less of a hazard if released. But do these materials require compliance with the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR)? It depends.

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Articlesby Kathy CloseNovember 2, 2020

5 FAQs on Annual Clearinghouse Queries

Motor carriers must request two types of Clearinghouse queries, pre-employment and annual, to learn of FMCSA testing violations and milestones in the DOT return-to-duty process and follow-up program. The top five common questions are answered.

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Articlesby Kathy CloseSeptember 14, 2020

New HOS Rules Offer More Flexibility

Unlike many changes to the federal safety regulations, some motor carriers and drivers are looking forward to the newest revisions to the hours-of-service (HOS) rules.

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Articlesby Kathy CloseJuly 6, 2020

Violations Motor Carriers Must Report to Clearinghouse

Since violations are often few and far between, motor carriers may not fully understand their reporting responsibilities. Medical review officers (MROs), substance abuse professionals, and motor carriers provide the data necessary to populate the Clearinghouse.

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Articlesby Kathy CloseMay 25, 2020

Is Your Company's Pickup Truck Really a CMV?

The notion that a company pickup truck might be a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) may seem highly unlikely to some.

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Newsby StaffMay 5, 2020

J.J. Keller Launches New Vehicle Tracking Solution

The solution works in all vehicle classes, requires no driver interaction, and provides a cloud-based platform that allows businesses to manage Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) driver and vehicle compliance. 

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ArticlesMay 4, 2020

Are You Driving On-Duty or Off-Duty?

It is your “duty” to know the difference between driving and on-duty (not driving).

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Articlesby Kathy CloseMay 4, 2020

Top 5 Questions on Driver Safety Performance Histories

The safety performance history records request (SPHRR) offers a glimpse into an applicant’s possible unsafe behaviors while at another motor carrier. After 15 years, it still generates several questions.

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