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Is your fleet audit ready?
For trucking companies, regulatory compliance isn’t just about avoiding fines—it’s about ensuring the safety of drivers, protecting the...
Brandon Wiseman
6 days ago5 min read
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Compliance Myth: "Not for hire" means not regulated
One of the more common misunderstandings in the trucking industry is the belief that displaying “Not for Hire” on a truck somehow exempts...
Brandon Wiseman
Mar 107 min read
163 views


Navigating the Overlap: Federal vs. State Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
I. Introduction The regulation of motor carriers in the United States is a complex system involving both federal and state oversight....
Brandon Wiseman
Mar 38 min read
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Trucksafe's Wiseman discusses CSA scores, broker liability & more on The Freight Coach Podcast
In a recent episode of The Freight Coach Podcast , host Chris Jolly welcomed Brandon Wiseman, founder of Trucksafe Consulting, to discuss...
Trucksafe Consulting
Feb 186 min read
171 views


Dispelling 5 common DOT compliance myths
Achieving DOT compliance can be tricky. Even seasoned safety professionals occasionally fall prey to some regulatory assumptions that...
Brandon Wiseman
Feb 117 min read
494 views


How fleets can best leverage the Crash Preventability Determination Program
Dealing with DOT-recordable accidents is stressful for all involved and can be a significant regulatory challenge for motor carriers....
Trucksafe Consulting
Jan 245 min read
116 views


DQ, Personnel, and Drug & Alcohol Testing Files: Understanding the distinction
Managing compliance for regulated drivers in the trucking industry involves a myriad of record-keeping requirements. Among the most...
Brandon Wiseman
Jan 135 min read
439 views


Top 5 roadside violations & how to avoid them
Commercial driving can be a challenging profession with significant responsibilities, especially when it comes to understanding and...
Brandon Wiseman
Jan 96 min read
436 views


Understanding FMCSA verifications of employment
Vetting commercial drivers to ensure they are properly qualified is one of the foundational regulatory obligations placed on motor...
Brandon Wiseman
Dec 5, 20235 min read
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5 things fleets can do today to significantly reduce risk
In addition to operational concerns, regulated trucking companies are tasked with navigating a complex web of responsibilities, with the...
Brandon Wiseman
Nov 21, 20237 min read
581 views


Keys to a compliant vehicle maintenance file
As a regulated fleet, there's no shortage of records you're required to maintain: driver qualification files, accident registers,...
Brandon Wiseman
Oct 2, 20236 min read
868 views


When is it appropriate for drivers to claim adverse driving condition exemption?
There's nothing quite as frustrating as being stuck in traffic for lengthy periods. Now multiply that frustration by at least ten when...
Brandon Wiseman
Feb 3, 20235 min read
9,189 views


When should trucking companies hire a dedicated safety director?
Whether you've just started your motor carrier operation or have been at it for some time, you undoubtedly know that trucking is a...
Brandon Wiseman
Dec 7, 20224 min read
145 views


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...
Brandon Wiseman
Dec 5, 20226 min read
597 views


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...
Brandon Wiseman
Nov 22, 202235 min read
158 views


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...
Brandon Wiseman
Nov 8, 20226 min read
417 views


Compliance myth: 10-year employment history
There's a lot that goes into qualifying a regulated driver: applications, motor vehicle reports, license checks, drug tests...and the...
Brandon Wiseman
Sep 5, 20223 min read
519 views


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...
Brandon Wiseman
Aug 15, 20227 min read
337 views


Answering ELDT questions
In this post, we're answering all your burning questions about the FMCSA’s Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) rule--to whom it applies,...
Brandon Wiseman
Jul 4, 20225 min read
152 views


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
Brandon Wiseman
May 9, 20226 min read
2,403 views
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