FMCSA to implement operating authority exemption for providers of recreational activities
According to a June 2023 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) intends to publish new...
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Brandon Wiseman
- Feb 21, 2023
- 9 min
Who is subject to hazmat registration and training rules?
Operating large trucks and buses on public highways can be dangerous, but adding hazardous materials to the mix can significantly raise...
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Brandon Wiseman
- Nov 22, 2022
- 35 min
Applicability of federal motor carrier regulations to passenger operations
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the federal agency charged with regulating the interstate operation of...
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Brandon Wiseman
- Sep 22, 2022
- 5 min
FMCSA contemplating electronic vehicle identification tags
Among its flurry of recently-published notices, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced it is seeking...
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Brandon Wiseman
- Aug 15, 2022
- 7 min
What are chameleon carriers?
Chameleons--the reptiles, that is--are known for their ability to change their physical appearance to blend into their surroundings. The...
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Brandon Wiseman
- Jul 21, 2022
- 5 min
Compliance Myths: Required truck markings
With as much variability in truck markings as there is, you'd be inclined to think there isn't some standard or regulation on the topic.
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Brandon Wiseman
- Jul 12, 2022
- 9 min
5 reasons to consolidate DOT#s (and how to do it)
Managing a regulated fleet of commercial vehicles and drivers is a daunting task. Ensuring each and every driver is properly licensed and qu
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Brandon Wiseman
- Apr 21, 2022
- 5 min
5 things to understand about new entrant audits
If you're starting up a new trucking business, you undoubtedly have a lot on your plate! But some things you can't afford to ignore are...
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Brandon Wiseman
- Oct 22, 2021
- 4 min
What is the Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) program?
Motor carriers and certain other entities engaged in interstate commerce are required to pay annual registration fees through UCR.
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Trucksafe Consulting
- Oct 21, 2021
- 1 min
Trucksafe joins the Haulin’ Notes Podcast to discuss the MCS-150
Trucksafe’s president Brandon Wiseman recently joined Canal Insurance’s Haulin’ Notes Podcast to discuss the MCS-150 form.
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Brandon Wiseman
- Nov 30, 2020
- 8 min
Spotlight on DOT Agricultural Exemptions
The federal safety regulations contain several agriculture-related exemptions. We explore each of them in this article.
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Brandon Wiseman
- Aug 22, 2020
- 4 min
What is a DOT license?
An in-depth look at the various federal and state motor carrier registrations, permits, and authorities that some consider "DOT licenses"
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