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Brandon Wiseman
Sep 22, 20225 min read
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
Sep 15, 20224 min read
FMCSA mulling tweaks to ELD rules
In a notice published in the Federal Register in mid-September 2022, the FMCSA is seeking comments from the public on whether to modify...
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Brandon Wiseman
Aug 15, 20227 min read
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, 20225 min read
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, 20229 min read
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
Jun 9, 20224 min read
FMCSA seeking comments on "brokerage" definitions
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is seeking responses to several questions that will inform future guidance on the...
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Brandon Wiseman
May 9, 20226 min read
Understanding the Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP)
At its heart, PSP provides carriers, individual drivers, and industry service providers access to commercial drivers' safety records from th
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Trucksafe Consulting
May 6, 20224 min read
What fleets need to know about Entry-Level Driver Training (2022)
Trucksafe's President and transportation attorney Brandon Wiseman recently joined Tenstreet to discuss the recently implemented...
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Brandon Wiseman
Apr 27, 20222 min read
FMCSA reignites speed limiter proposal for larger trucks
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is moving forward with its 2016 proposed rulemaking that would require larger trucks to...
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Brandon Wiseman
Apr 26, 20225 min read
Understanding DOT physical exams & med cards
In order for an individual to be qualified to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV), he/she must meet the minimum qualification...
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Brandon Wiseman
Apr 21, 20225 min read
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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Trucksafe Consulting
Apr 15, 20221 min read
The mechanics of a DOT audit (and practical tips for surviving one)
In a recent webinar, Trucksafe's Brandon Wiseman and Jerad Childress discussed the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's...
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Brandon Wiseman
Apr 6, 20226 min read
5 things fleets should know about DOT audits
No motor carrier expects to be audited, and most do little to prepare until it’s too late. But simply understanding the process goes a long
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Brandon Wiseman
Mar 29, 20227 min read
What is the split sleeper berth rule?
One of the more confusing aspects of the federal hours-of-service rules, at least for some drivers, is the so-called “split sleeper...
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Brandon Wiseman
Mar 18, 20221 min read
FMCSA to increase civil penalties for regulatory violations
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is increasing the fine amounts for certain violations of its Federal Motor...
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Brandon Wiseman
Mar 8, 20222 min read
FMCSA withdraws third-party and out-of-state CDL testing rulemakings
In two separate notices to be published on March 9, 2022, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is formally withdrawing...
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Brandon Wiseman
Mar 8, 20222 min read
FMCSA to eliminate certificate of violations requirement
In a Final Rule to be published on March 9, 2022, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is doing away with the...
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Brandon Wiseman
Feb 28, 20223 min read
DOT proposes to allow oral fluid drug testing
In a notice published to the Federal Register on February 28, 2022, the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) is proposing...
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Trucksafe Consulting
Feb 3, 20221 min read
Trucksafe discusses the Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program
In a recent webinar hosted by The Next Generation in Trucking Association and sponsored by DriverReach, Trucksafe’s president Brandon...
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Trucksafe Consulting
Jan 21, 20225 min read
10 things you should know about entry-level driver training
The new entry-level driver training rule for CDL drivers is set to take effect on Feb. 7, 2022. Here are the details you need to know…
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