Until now, the best way to identify problematic driving behaviors among your fleet was to witness them firsthand. But through the use of forward- and cab-facing dash cameras, fleets have an alternative way to see what’s taking place behind the wheel and apply the necessary training to promote safe driving habits. So how can your […]
Based on your experiences moving from paper to electronic logs, you may not be particularly excited to take on yet another transition. However, the majority of electronic logging devices in use are only automatic onboard recording device (AOBRD)-compliant, meaning a significant percentage of carriers have yet to fully comply with the electronic logging device (ELD) […]
Maintaining driver files comes with a host of nuances that make it challenging for fleets to stay compliant. To this point, our subject matter experts have received countless requests for clarification on the topic. Here are answers to some of the more commonly asked questions surrounding driver qualification (DQ) file management: 1. Who needs a […]
In this article we discuss what is required of a carrier and driver by FMCSA if a defect is found during the post-trip inspection (§396.11) and how an electronic DVIR can overcome some of the challenges presented by paper DVIRs. Defect Protocol If a driver discovers a defect during his/her post-trip inspection, that driver must […]
According to a recent opinion from the state’s supreme court, the State of New York has not been enforcing the federal electronic logging device (ELD) rules and therefore is not in violation of state law. The Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) had sued the state, arguing that the New York DOT was enforcing the […]
A critical component of an effective maintenance program includes a driver’s daily inspections of the vehicle, including a pre-trip inspection (§392.7, §392.8, §392.9, and §396.13), en-route inspection (§392.9 and §397.17), and post-trip inspection (§396.11). While they each have their own unique requirements, all the inspections have the same goal — to keep the vehicle in […]
