English Language
Proficiency (ELP)
Trucksafe helps fleets and drivers stay compliant with the English Language Proficiency requirements.
What is ELP in trucking?
English Language Proficiency (ELP) is a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requirement ensuring commercial truck & bus drivers can read, speak, and understand English sufficiently to operate safely in the U.S. This includes communicating with law enforcement, understanding road signs, and completing required documentation.
Non-compliance can lead to fines, out-of-service orders, and safety risks. Stay ahead with Trucksafe’s tools designed to assess, train, and monitor ELP compliance for your fleet.
Why ELP matters
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Safety First: Clear communication reduces accidents caused by misunderstandings.
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Regulatory Compliance: Avoid penalties and maintain your CSA score.
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Operational Efficiency: Streamline inspections and avoid OOS orders.
"ELP non-compliance can lead to several problems for fleets, including escalated CSA scores, big exposure in highway accident cases, and stranded freight due to out-of-service orders. Violations can cause problems for all involved, including a carrier's customers. That's why we decided to develop a suite of tools to help carriers and drivers avoid these problems." - Brandon Wiseman, President of Trucksafe
Trucksafe's ELP Resources
Trucksafe offers several different resources to help fleets of all types and sizes ensure they are compliant with the English Language Proficiency requirement in 49 CFR 391.11(b)(2).
ELP Assessment Pack
Our comprehensive ELP Assessment Packet includes customizable tests and guidelines to evaluate your drivers’ English proficiency during the hiring process& onboarding phase, ensuring FMCSA compliance. Check it out!
Monthly ELP Enforcement Survey
Stay informed with our exclusive survey, updated monthly with state- and federal-level ELP enforcement data, trends, and insights. Subscribe
ELP Language Training
Through our partnership with Babbel, a leading provider of digital language training, fleets can access preferred pricing on Babbel's professional English language training platform for simple ELP training for drivers. Coming soon!
How to ensure ELP compliance
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Assess: Use our ELP Assessment Packet to evaluate your drivers’ proficiency.
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Train: Enroll drivers in Babbel’s tailored language courses at exclusive rates.
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Monitor: Track enforcement trends with our monthly survey to stay proactive.
Need help? Contact our team for personalized guidance.
FAQs
What are the FMCSA’s ELP requirements?
Per 49 CFR 391.11(b)(2), regulated drivers must demonstrate the ability to read and speak English to communicate with the general public, understand traffic signs, and respond to official inquiries.
How can I assess my drivers’ ELP?
Our ELP Assessment Packet provides standardized tests to evaluate proficiency and document compliance.
Is Babbel’s training suitable for truck drivers?
Yes, Babbel offers practical, industry-specific English lessons to improve communication skills for trucking professionals.
ELP Enforcement Data
Keeping on top of ELP enforcement trends throughout the country is imperative for fleets & other industry stakeholders. Trucksafe's monthly ELP enforcement report offers a wealth of key data points to help you better understand the current enforcement landscape.
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Includes:
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CSV file detailing last 24-months of ELP violations
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Executive summary highlighting developments in ELP enforcement
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Heat map illustrating aggressive ELP enforcement over the past 30 days
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Other graphs visualizing ELP enforcement over time