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Safety Newsletter – September 2020

This month's Risk Management Safety Newsletter discusses pre and post trip inspections, and how completing these inspections is not only essential and required, but also crucial when it comes to identifying possible imperfections, damage, and malfunctioning parts on your truck or trailer.

Safety Newsletter – August 2020

This month's Risk Management Safety Newsletter discusses 5 tips for backing up and parking in a congested yard as well as understanding spacial awareness when driving a large tractor trailer.

FMCSA Sets Up New Phone Line for Portal and Clearinghouse Assistance

To better assist motor carriers, FMCSA has set up a new phone line for support with the FMCSA Portal.

FMCSA Waiver for CDL and Medical Cards

FMCSA has extended all CDLs due for renewal on or after March 1, 2020 valid until September 30, 2020.

PennDOT Reopens Additional Rest Areas

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is reopening indoor facilities at 23 select rest areas across Pennsylvania to all motorists, including the 13 facilities in critical locations that were reopened March 18 with portable restrooms and handwashing facilities.

Commercial Driver’s License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has created a database called the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. This new database contains information pertaining to violations of the U.S. Department of Transportation controlled substances and alcohol testing program for CDL holders.

Fall Driving Tips

Each season presents its unique driving hazards, and fall is no exception. Follow the driving tips below to help keep you and those around you safe all fall long.

The 2020 Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance International Roadcheck Information

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) holds an annual three-day international roadcheck event. During this roadcheck, CVSA-certified inspectors conduct compliance, enforcement and educational initiatives targeted at various elements of motor carrier, vehicle and driver safety.

Spring Truck Driving Safety Tips

Although spring weather is typically less dangerous than winter, there are still hazards that can occur. It’s important to pay attention to the weather and be aware of your surroundings at all times.

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