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Trucksafe's Wiseman discusses CSA scores, broker liability & more on The Freight Coach Podcast
New Entrants /CSA & Safety Ratings /Audits & Enforcement

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 the complexities of DOT compliance and safety within the trucking industry. Their conversation covered the challenges faced by new and established motor carriers, the importance of proactive compliance, and the impact of safety scores on business operations. They also explored the growing trend of nuclear verdicts, the role of Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs),

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Trucksafe Consulting
Feb 18, 2025
When should trucking companies hire a dedicated safety director?
New Entrants /General Compliance

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 heavily regulated industry, and for good reason. Operating large trucks and buses is inherently dangerous. The consequences of unsafe operations can be severe. Navigating the multitude of federal and state safety regulations that govern highway transportation and implementing effective policies and procedures to minimize accidents are tall tasks. And they probably ha

Brandon WisemanBrandon Wiseman
Dec 7, 2022
5 things to understand about new entrant audits
DOT Registration /New Entrants /Audits & Enforcement

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 your compliance-related obligations under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) and any applicable state regulations. Indeed, most newly registered motor carriers end up going out of business within the first year of operations, and too often, noncompliance is the culprit.Highway transportation remains one of the most heavily regulated industries

Brandon WisemanBrandon Wiseman
Apr 21, 2022
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