DOT short-haul exemption explained
Commercial drivers who qualify for the short-haul exemption are relieved of some, but not all, regulatory requirements.
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Brandon Wiseman
- Oct 9, 2020
- 10 min
Upgrading your DOT safety rating
A step-by-step guide to upgrading a Conditional or Unsatisfactory DOT safety rating.
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Brandon Wiseman
- Oct 7, 2020
- 6 min
What is the FMCSA's Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse?
The Clearinghouse is a central repository administered by the FMCSA for drug & alcohol testing violation data on all commercial drivers.
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Brandon Wiseman
- Sep 29, 2020
- 2 min
Hours-of-service rule changes go into effect, despite federal court challenge
Despite efforts by safety advocates to derail it, the FMCSA's final rule on hours-of-service changes goes into effect today, September 29th.
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Brandon Wiseman
- Sep 15, 2020
- 2 min
FMCSA proposes under-21 commercial driver pilot program
FMCSA proposes pilot program to allow 18-20 year old drivers to operate commercial vehicles in interstate commerce under certain conditions.
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Brandon Wiseman
- Sep 1, 2020
- 3 min
FMCSA proposes pilot program to test 14-hour pause
FMCSA to conduct pilot program to allow certain drivers to pause their 14-hour driving window with an off-duty break once per day.
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Brandon Wiseman
- Aug 31, 2020
- 7 min
Protecting your DOT safety rating
A comprehensive guide to DOT safety ratings, including how to check, improve, and protect your rating.
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Brandon Wiseman
- Aug 28, 2020
- 6 min
How to pass an FMCSA new entrant audit
An in-depth discussion of what it takes to pass an FMCSA new entrant audit to keep your USDOT number and operating authority.
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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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Brandon Wiseman
- Aug 20, 2020
- 3 min
5 surefire ways to improve your SMS scores
Tips for improving your SMS scores and minimizing your chances of an audit or fines.
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Brandon Wiseman
- Aug 14, 2020
- 5 min
8 essential steps to prepare for a DOT audit
DOT audits are nerve-racking. Check out these 8 steps to help you prepare for an audit.
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Brandon Wiseman
- Aug 13, 2020
- 2 min
FMCSA again extends, but modifies, emergency declaration
FMCSA's COVID-19 emergency declaration has been extended to September 14th and slightly modified to once again cover food transportation.
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