20% of Inspections Lead to a Driver or Vehicle Being Placed Out of Service

by DOTReady | Feb 14, 2022 | FMCSA Resources

Overview of Roadside Inspections A roadside inspection of CMVs is a process in which a law enforcement officer or another designated official stops a commercial vehicle to inspect it for compliance with federal and state safety regulations. The inspection typically...

Looking for Compliance and Fleet Management Assistance?

by DOTReady | Feb 7, 2022 | Modernization

Click here to schedule a walkthrough Did you know that your company is probably overspending to stay DOT compliant? If you own or work for a trucking company, you know that compliance is a large responsibility. The list of things that need to be stored and monitored...

Driver Logs and Record of Duty Status FAQs

by DOTReady | Feb 1, 2022 | FMCSA Resources, Regulations

The Record of Duty Status (RODs) is a system that is used to track the number of hours a driver spends on the road. It is a required part of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Hours of Service regulations, which are designed to prevent driver...

D&A Testing Guidance for Motor Carriers

by DOTReady | Jan 25, 2022 | eCFRs, FMCSA Resources

The FMCSA requires all companies that employ drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles to create and maintain certain Substance and Alcohol Testing Programs to ensure the safety of our roads. This article aims to provide a brief overview of the different D&A testing...

Previous Employer Verification Requirements Set Forth by the FMCSA

by DOTReady | Jan 21, 2022 | Driver Hiring

You may be wondering what it takes to hire a driver for your company. Maybe you bought your first truck and you’re ready to expand, or you just want a refresher on the requirements. Below you will find what the FMCSA says is required to legally employ a...