Optimizing Fleet Compliance
Optimizing Fleet Compliance, presented in partnership with J. J. Keller & Associates Inc., is a monthly look at the current issues and challenges that hinder fleets from optimizing safety and regulatory compliance. J. J. Keller works with companies across multiple industries, enabling them to better navigate these issues and create safe, productive, and compliant workplaces through the development and utilization of best practices. Learn more at www.jjkeller.com.
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Inside hours-of-service changes: How driver productivity, safety benefit
With upcoming changes to hours-of-service rules, drivers and fleets could see improved productivity, safer operation and fewer violations.
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5 self-audit steps needed to ramp up carrier compliance
As trucking operations ramp up after COVID-19-related shutdowns, and drivers return to work, some routines may need refreshing so fleets and drivers avoid violations.
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COVID-19 is not a license to pollute, experts on environmental regs say
Even though the EPA has relaxed some reporting requirements, trucking fleets that cut corners on environmental regulations could face large penalties for non-compliance.
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Am I exempt from the regulations? That, and other COVID-19 questions answered
In these trying times, regulatory compliance can’t be an afterthought. Failure to follow the rules – and the number of exemptions currently being issued makes…
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Top 3 misunderstandings about the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
The Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse has been active for nearly two months now, but many carriers and drivers remain confused on what steps they must…
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Your policy & procedure manual: Is it creating unnecessary risk?
Companies may be creating unnecessary risk in their operations if they have an out-of-date policy and procedure manual, or worse, aren’t following it.
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The rise of off-site FMCSA audits: Be ready to open your digital door
FMCSA has increased the use of off-site audits, giving carriers the opportunity to respond to safety and compliance concerns digitally, but it increases the likelihood…
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Preparing for the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: 4 things to do now
Set to go live on Jan. 6, 2020, the drug & alcohol clearinghouse will change the way truck drivers and carriers monitor drug testing.
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How to turn frightful roadside inspections into positive interactions
Roadside inspections can be a scary proposition for drivers, and it’s obvious why. Even simply mistakes or misinterpretations of regulations can lead to drivers and…
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Merging or acquiring? Make sure the trucks are legally yours
“I can license a 26,000-pound vehicle at 80,000 pounds, it doesn’t mean it’s legal. It’s understanding the local regulations to license it properly to match…
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