by Leejee Zamora | Jun 29, 2023 | Insights
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...
by Leejee Zamora | Jun 20, 2023 | Insights
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...
by Leejee Zamora | Jun 9, 2023 | Hazmat, Insights
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...
by Leejee Zamora | Jun 9, 2023 | Insights
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...
by Leejee Zamora | Jun 1, 2023 | Insights
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...
by Leejee Zamora | Jun 1, 2023 | Insights
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...
