FMCSA Pre-Employment Query Compliance For 2023

January 10, 2023

Trucking companies must comply with all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules and regulations. As of January 6, 2023, this includes updates to pre-employment procedures. In particular, motor carriers must now query the FMCSA Clearinghouse to satisfy pre-employment inquiry requirements. Why Have These Regulations Changed? Motor carriers have a duty to ensure that safety-sensitive … Continue reading “FMCSA Pre-Employment Query Compliance For 2023”

Why You Need Professional DOT Compliance Consulting

December 3, 2022

The Department of Transportation (DOT) maintains stringent safety standards for commercial drivers and their employers. Regardless of whether you are a new or experienced transportation service, staying up to date on the latest DOT compliance requirements can be challenging. DOT compliance consulting is an efficient and cost-effective solution that will ensure you and your employees … Continue reading “Why You Need Professional DOT Compliance Consulting”

Which Online Training Courses Could Your Employees Use?

December 3, 2022

If your business is in the transportation industry, then you know there are several types of training that your employees need to remain compliant with DOT/DPS regulations. In the modern age, training is easier to keep up with, because many courses can take place online, freeing up more of your employees’ and supervisors’ time for … Continue reading “Which Online Training Courses Could Your Employees Use?”

Why Is Pre-Employment Drug Screening Necessary?

December 3, 2022

You want to know as much about your employees as possible, even before you hire them. This way you can make the most informed decision and create a team that’s suited to carry out your mission. Hiring the right team means limiting injuries, damages, and accidents, and helping people make the most of themselves. Continue … Continue reading “Why Is Pre-Employment Drug Screening Necessary?”

What Is Reasonable Suspicion Testing?

December 3, 2022

Accusing someone of having a problem is tricky, as you should be respectful of the other person’s feelings. Some people get defensive when others intervene in their lives, which makes the process even more uncomfortable. Reasonable suspicion testing aims to address certain kinds of problems in the workplace, so read on and find out what … Continue reading “What Is Reasonable Suspicion Testing?”

Prohibited Drugs for Truck Drivers

December 3, 2022

People are pulled over and arrested for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol every day, and the last thing you want is for this to happen to one of your drivers. You can’t take drugs like amphetamines, marijuana, or non-prescribed medications if you are a commercial driver, even when you aren’t on the … Continue reading “Prohibited Drugs for Truck Drivers”

2023 Pre-Employment Inquiry Updates

November 9, 2022

In order to help ensure safety in the trucking industry, motor carriers are required to conduct background checks for drivers. These include determining if the driver has had any previous violations related to the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol regulations. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) created a Clearinghouse system to improve … Continue reading “2023 Pre-Employment Inquiry Updates”

Consequences For a Drug Test Refusal

July 31, 2021

The trucking industry has strict regulations for drug and alcohol testing. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) enforces these requirements. Motor carriers may be subject to steep fines and other penalties if they do not follow all the necessary rules for their drug and alcohol programs. Any drivers who fail or refuse a drug … Continue reading “Consequences For a Drug Test Refusal”

Owner-Operator Drug Test Basics

June 4, 2021

Drug testing is an important component of Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance. This is true for large and small motor carriers alike and even companies with one driver must follow these regulations. Owner-operator drug test requirements are fairly similar to other types of drivers, but there are some unique considerations to keep in mind. Industry-Wide … Continue reading “Owner-Operator Drug Test Basics”

How Electronic Logs for Truckers Work

May 15, 2021

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) limits the amount of time a trucker can drive. These hours of service (HOS) regulations are intended to prevent driver fatigue and reduce the risk of accidents. In order to track HOS, trucking companies are required to use electronic logging devices (ELDs), with some exceptions. Electronic logs for … Continue reading “How Electronic Logs for Truckers Work”

What is a Drug Testing Consortium?

April 28, 2021

The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires motor carriers to perform drug and alcohol testing. This is essential for ensuring that drivers are able to safely operate commercial motor vehicles. Whether a company has thousands of drivers or only one owner-operator, it must have a drug and alcohol testing program in place to stay compliant and … Continue reading “What is a Drug Testing Consortium?”

What Happens After a DOT Violation

March 16, 2021

The Department of Transportation (DOT) oversees the regulation of trucking companies. They set rules that motor carriers must follow and failing to stay compliant can have serious consequences. Some of these situations affect individual drivers or vehicles and others affect the company as a whole. Depending on the DOT violation that occurred, your team will … Continue reading “What Happens After a DOT Violation”

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