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Brandon Wiseman
Aug 1, 20236 min read
Understanding roadside inspection reports
If you or your commercial driver have been stopped for a roadside inspection, it’s likely you’ve received a Driver/Vehicle Examination...
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Trucksafe Consulting
Jul 20, 20231 min read
Wiseman addresses fleet safety & compliance at FreightWaves Fleet Summit
Trucksafe's president Brandon Wiseman recently presented on DOT safety & compliance at the FreightWaves Enterprise Fleet Summit. Wiseman...
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Brandon Wiseman
Jun 12, 202316 min read
When trucking regulations run amok
Regulations have been my profession, my life, for many years. Trucking regulations, to be precise. I’ve devoted my career to helping...
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Brandon Wiseman
Feb 14, 20238 min read
FMCSA proposes substantial revisions to its Safety Measurement System (SMS)
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is proposing fairly substantial changes to its Safety Measurement System (SMS)...
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Brandon Wiseman
Jan 9, 20234 min read
Understanding FMCSA civil penalties
In January 2023, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced inflation-adjusted increases to its civil penalties....
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Brandon Wiseman
Dec 14, 20225 min read
FMCSA rule changes for 2023?
2022 was a big year for trucking and a fairly busy one for regulators. We saw a lot of new rules come out of the Federal Motor Carrier...
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Brandon Wiseman
Dec 7, 20223 min read
FMCSA proposes to scale back regulatory relief during declared emergencies
According to a notice scheduled to be published in the Federal Register soon, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is...
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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
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
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
Jan 13, 20227 min read
FMCSA provides details on 18-21 year old apprenticeship program
The FMCSA's Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program will soon be live. Here's what we know about the program and its requirements so far.
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Trucksafe Consulting
Dec 3, 20211 min read
Trucksafe addresses fleet safety metrics in Heavy Duty Trucking Magazine
In a recent post for Heavy Duty Trucking Magazine, Trucksafe's president Brandon Wiseman offered his insight on the top 5 safety metrics...
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Brandon Wiseman
Nov 29, 20217 min read
Why fleets should be investing in DOT regulatory training
Carriers have long recognized the need to provide training on safe driving techniques. But fewer appreciate the need for regulatory training
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Brandon Wiseman
Nov 21, 20214 min read
What prompts a DOT compliance audit?
The DOT prioritizes motor carriers for audits based on a few different factors. We break them down in this article.
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Brandon Wiseman
Nov 1, 20214 min read
The elusive 15-day MVR rule
Most carriers know they must run annual MVRs on drivers. Fewer appreciate they have an additional MVR obligation for CDL drivers.
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Brandon Wiseman
Oct 6, 20213 min read
FMCSA to require states to downgrade CDLs due to drug/alcohol violations
The FMCSA has published a final rule requiring SDLAs to downgrade CDLs of drivers who have violated the federal drug/alcohol rules.
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Brandon Wiseman
Oct 3, 20217 min read
5 common roadside violations & how to avoid them
Some of the most common violations discovered during roadside inspections are simple to fix and avoid.
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