Tag: FMCSA Violations
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Top 5 Challenges Trucking Companies Face Moving Forward and How to Overcome Them
Rising Operational Costs The cost of running a trucking company has been on the rise for years. In the past 5 years, the industry has seen many changes to not only the cost of running their fleet, but the cost to keep an administration team onboard to keep the company safe and compliant. When companies first […]
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Roadside DOT Inspection Levels
The purpose of a roadside inspection on individual commercial motor vehicles and drivers is to determine if they are in compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) and/or Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMRs). In the event of serious violations, the inspection may result in the issuance of driver or vehicle OOS orders. These violations […]
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Roadcheck (blitz) Dates and Structure for 2022 – Focus: Wheel Ends
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced the International Roadcheck dates and structure for 2022. The event is designed to help ensure that commercial vehicles are safe and compliant with the new safety regulations. The goal is to reduce fatalities and injuries in the commercial transportation industry. Quick Facts International Roadcheck began in […]
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Violations That Get Vehicles Placed Out Of Service The Most
With nearly 25% of roadside inspections leading to a vehicle being placed out of service, it goes without saying that a reliable vehicle maintenance program is essential for a safe fleet to stay on the road. Here are some statistics and pointers to help you keep your fleet on the road: Check out the DOT-Ready.com […]