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Qualification considerations for multiple-employer drivers

Jul 1210 min read

Qualification considerations for multiple-employer drivers

In other articles, we've harped on the importance of thoroughly vetting commercial drivers. Missteps in the qualification process...

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When are drivers eligible for a 16-hour driving window?

Brandon Wiseman

Apr 305 min read

When are drivers eligible for a 16-hour driving window?

If you're a property-carrying motor carrier or driver, you're undoubtedly familiar with the so-called 14-hour rule, which requires...

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FMCSA soliciting waiver requests to reinstate meal & rest break laws

Brandon Wiseman

Aug 14, 20236 min read

FMCSA soliciting waiver requests to reinstate meal & rest break laws

In what seems like an unprecedented move, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is soliciting regulatory waiver...

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PHMSA contemplating several revisions to Hazardous Materials Regulations

Brandon Wiseman

Jul 6, 20235 min read

PHMSA contemplating several revisions to Hazardous Materials Regulations

The Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Administration (PHMSA)--the federal agency that regulates the multi-modal transportation of hazmat--is...

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FMCSA to implement operating authority exemption for providers of recreational activities

Brandon Wiseman

Jun 20, 20234 min read

FMCSA to implement operating authority exemption for providers of recreational activities

According to a June 2023 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) intends to publish new...

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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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FMCSA proposes to scale back regulatory relief during declared emergencies

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

Oct 16, 20222 min read

COVID-19 emergency HOS exemption lapses

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has chosen not to renew its Covid-19 emergency declaration that had been in place...

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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

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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FMCSA again extends COVID-19 emergency exemption

Brandon Wiseman

Nov 29, 20213 min read

FMCSA again extends COVID-19 emergency exemption

The FMCSA again extends its COVID-19 related exemption for carriers providing direct assistance to emergency relief efforts.

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Ohio DOE seeks exemption from ELDT rule for school bus drivers

Brandon Wiseman

Nov 17, 20212 min read

Ohio DOE seeks exemption from ELDT rule for school bus drivers

The DOE claims Ohio's existing state training requirements for school bus operators negate the need for additional training.

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FMCSA coordinating with states on Colonial Pipeline exemptions

Brandon Wiseman

May 15, 20211 min read

FMCSA coordinating with states on Colonial Pipeline exemptions

The FMCSA is working with individual states that have issued their own emergency orders in response to the Colonial Pipeline shutdown.

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FMCSA issues emergency FMCSR exemption for certain fuel transporters

Brandon Wiseman

May 9, 20212 min read

FMCSA issues emergency FMCSR exemption for certain fuel transporters

FMCSA issues emergency safety regulation exemption for fuel haulers in response to Colonial pipeline shutdown.

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