Industry Updates

Industry Updates

Clearinghouse Update

January 6, 2023

Pre-employment Investigations for Drug and Alcohol Program Violations Beginning January 6, 2023, a pre-employment Clearinghouse query will satisfy the requirement […]

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Winter is Coming! Oregon Chain Law Reminder

November 23, 2022

Winter driving in Oregon can be hazardous — and truckers play a big role in how safely we get through […]

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Brokers Beware!

October 25, 2022

How to properly vet a carrier: Review CSA scores-although deemed to be unreliable for carrier operational compliance Check with carriers […]

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Owner-operators and small fleets remain in crosshairs of DOT’s offsite audits

February 18, 2021

This article was posted on Overdrive by James Jaillet. View the original article here.   In a trend that exploded […]

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Motor Carriers in California who retain Owner Operators or Independent Contractors-BEWARE

September 19, 2018

Dynamex Operations West. v. Superior Court (April 30, 2018) Earlier this week, the California Supreme Court issued a landmark decision […]

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ELDs (Electronic logging devices) – Not a Matter of ‘If,’ but ‘When’

March 12, 2014

Many companies are actively investigating on-board technology because of the wide range of benefits they can offer. Others are waiting […]

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Guidance for Freight Brokers, Forwarders, Shippers, Receivers, Motor Carriers, and Drivers

August 27, 2012

Hiring and Contracting TRU-Carrier Transport of Perishable Goods on California Highways. Beginning January 1, 2013, California law will require the […]

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No Bulkhead? Don’t Forget to Use a Penalty Strap for Safe Cargo Securement

August 24, 2010

Transporting cargo without a bulkhead? It’s crucial to ensure your load is secured properly to comply with FMCSA regulations and […]

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TWIC – Transportation Worker Identification Credential

August 1, 2010

Required for all personnel requiring unescorted access to secure areas of Maritime Transportation Security Administration regulated facilities (ports) and vessels. […]

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FMCSA to Leave Hours-of-Service Rule Unchanged

January 1, 2009

Federal Register Notice to Set Effective Date of Jan. 19, 2009 The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, in a notice […]

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