Blogs
Everything You Need To Know About the New FMCSA Rules 2023
The FMCSA recently made changes to its rules to further enforce safety in the transportation and trucking industry. Learn more about it here. Updating rules and federal regulations is crucial for the trucking and commercial motor vehicle industries to ensure safety,...
Inflation Increases USDOT Fines for FMCSA Violations
Federal agencies including the USDOT and FMCSA are required to adjust their fines yearly to reflect inflation rates. Learn more about it here. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT or DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) work closely...
Pre-Employment Clearinghouse Query Changes for 2023
In 2023, there were changes to the Clearinghouse pre-employment query system. Learn about changes and how they affect employers and drivers. The pre-employment Clearinghouse query system underwent significant changes in March 2023. The changes were designed by the...
Penalties for Non-Compliance with The Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse 2023
Non-compliance with drug and alcohol Clearinghouse regulations can result in severe penalties. Learn about the compliance requirements here. For trucking and transport companies, the health of their drivers is a critical part of the business. Employing drivers with...
Drug and Alcohol Testing – Frequently Asked Questions In Trucking Industry
The most significant objective of the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is to make highways and roads safe for everyone. Every safety-sensitive driver involved in the commercial transportation industry is subject to...
Hazmat Training Requirements Simplified: Facts for Trucking and CMV Operators
When it comes to transporting hazardous materials, the job is not to be taken lightly. The trucking company and the commercial motor vehicle operator have a crucial responsibility to ensure the safety of everyone involved. This includes protecting those who encounter...
USDOT’s Revised Drug and Alcohol Testing Rule
The USDOT recently revised the rules for its drug and alcohol testing program in 2023. Learn more about it here. The United States requires all employees and personnel who operate commercial motor vehicles and perform safety-sensitive functions to undergo a series of...
Unlocking the Importance of SCAC Code: Everything You Need to Know
Why do you need the standard carrier Alpha code? Why is it so important? The answer to this is very simple. The SCAC code is essential for you if you are a motor carrier or a transport company in the USA. If you want to move cargo in and out of the country, you are...
Best Practices for Transporting Hazardous Materials
Incorporating best practices for dangerous goods transportation can help reduce the risk of chemical incidents causing damage. Hazardous materials (HAZMAT) or dangerous goods are any substances or materials that could pose risks to the health and safety of people and...
What Is a SCAC Code and How Is It Used?
A Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC) is a unique identification number that is attributed to registered freight carriers. The National Motor Freight Traffic Association Inc (NMFTA) requires all freight containers and carriers entering and operating in the US to have a...
How To Get Your IRP Plate – Here’s What You Need To Know
One of the most frequently discussed topics today is the International Registration Plan which is the IRP. If you haven't applied for your IRP, chances are that you are confused and reluctant at the moment. You also feel a little intimidated because you are probably...
Clearinghouse – What Are the Employer Responsibilities?
CDL Clearinghouse Basics The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) created a national database known as Clearinghouse. This new system was designed to store drug and alcohol violation records of FMCSA-regulated drivers. The Clearinghouse online database...
