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5 steps to improve your out of service rates

Dec 5, 20226 min read

5 steps to improve your out of service rates

Out of service rates are important metrics for regulated motor carriers. These rates, which are publicly available on each carrier’s...

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Applicability of federal motor carrier regulations to passenger operations

Brandon Wiseman

Nov 22, 202235 min read

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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Trucksafe Consulting

Nov 18, 20222 min read

What to do after a CMV accident

A serious accident involving your commercial vehicle is a trucking company's worst nightmare, and the consequences can be severe....

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FMCSA clarifies key brokerage definitions

Brandon Wiseman

Nov 15, 20226 min read

FMCSA clarifies key brokerage definitions

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), at the direction of the U.S. Congress, has issued regulatory guidance aimed at...

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Changes in store for the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse?

Brandon Wiseman

Nov 14, 20226 min read

Changes in store for the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse?

On January 6, 2023, the federal Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse will have been in effect for three years. That's an important milestone for a f

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Brandon Wiseman

Nov 8, 20226 min read

How to improve your CSA scores

CSA scores are a big deal for regulated motor carriers. High CSA scores can lead to increased insurance premiums, lost business, and...

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FMCSA evaluating continued need for COVID emergency declaration

Brandon Wiseman

Sep 6, 20223 min read

FMCSA evaluating continued need for COVID emergency declaration

In a notice posted to the Federal Register on September 6, 2022, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) 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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Compliance Myths: Required truck markings

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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5 reasons to consolidate DOT#s (and how to do it)

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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Trucksafe tackles compliance myths on Tow Business Podcast

Trucksafe Consulting

Jun 20, 20221 min read

Trucksafe tackles compliance myths on Tow Business Podcast

Trucksafe's Brandon Wiseman recently joined the Tow Business Podcast to tackle some of the biggest compliance myths permeating the towing...

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Trucksafe featured on Haulin' Notes podcast

Trucksafe Consulting

Jun 15, 20221 min read

Trucksafe featured on Haulin' Notes podcast

Trucksafe's Brandon Wiseman and Jerad Childress recently joined Susan Ogle of Canal Insurance's Haulin' Notes podcast to highlight...

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Understanding the Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP)

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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What fleets need to know about Entry-Level Driver Training (2022)

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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5 things to understand about new entrant audits

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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The mechanics of a DOT audit (and practical tips for surviving one)

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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FMCSA to increase civil penalties for regulatory violations

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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10 things you should know about entry-level driver training

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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Trucksafe Consulting

Dec 20, 20211 min read

Building a strong fleet safety culture

Without a firm safety-minded foundation on which to build policies and procedures, motor carriers are too often left to react to...

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Why fleets should be investing in DOT regulatory training

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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