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Brake Safety Week 2024: Essential Tips and Insights
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will be conducting its annual Brake Safety Week from Aug. 25-31, 2024. This initiative emphasizes brake-related inspections and violation data collection, aiming to enhance the safety of commercial motor vehicles....
Effective Methods for Managing Driver Qualification Files for Compliance
Proper management of driver qualification files is a critical aspect of maintaining compliance and ensuring the safety of your fleet operations. Effective driver qualification file management not only helps you adhere to federal regulations but also minimizes risks...
Advanced Strategies for Reducing CSA Scores: Expert Tips Explained
Understanding and improving your Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) score is crucial for maintaining a safe and compliant fleet. But what is a CSA score, and why is it so important? This blog will explain the intricacies of CSA scores and provide expert tips to...
The Importance of Side Underride Protection
Rear underride protection for trailers was initially put in place by the Interstate Commerce Commission in the 1960s. Over the years, the regulations have been modified to increase the size and strength of these devices. The 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act...
2024 Operation Safe Driver Week
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will be holding its annual Operation Safe Driver Week enforcement initiative from July 7th through the 13th, 2024. Law enforcement personnel throughout North America will be on the lookout for unsafe driving behaviors,...
The Rise of Electronic Systems in Vehicle Inspections
Electronic systems have become prevalent in both personal and commercial vehicles. We are familiar with electronic tolling and the Pre-Pass system for weigh station bypassing. Now, states are beginning to use electronic technology for truck inspection, enhancing...
Maximizing Savings: The Impact of Fleet Compliance on Insurance Costs
Navigating the complexities of fleet management, one crucial aspect that often gets overlooked is the direct impact of compliance on insurance costs. Understanding the fleet compliance insurance advantages can lead to significant financial savings. This blog explores...
Navigating the New Horizon: Understanding Proposed Changes to CDL Requirements
The commercial driving landscape is set to experience significant changes as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) introduces a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that could transform the CDL acquisition process. These changes aim to remove bureaucratic...
Understanding the 2024 Updates to the Medical Examiner’s Handbook
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has recently updated the Medical Examiner’s Handbook (MEH), an essential resource for medical examiners performing physical qualification examinations of interstate commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. The...
Significant Updates in Transportation ME Certification: FMCSA’s Compliance Enforcement
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has recently enforced a significant update that has already impacted the landscape of medical examiners (MEs) certified to perform physical qualification examinations for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers....