Tag: trucking regulations
Nation’s Safety Chief Pushing Regulation Requiring Electronic Speed Limiters
Electronic Speed Limiters Being Pushed On The Trucking Industry
The nation's highway safety chief recently stated that his agency will push for quick actions on a regulation requiring electronic speed limiters on big rigs. It...
Omnibus Bill Still Left Out Important Rulemaking; Here’s What You Missed
FMCSA's Grip On The Trucking Industry Still Remains
The suspended 2013 34 hour restart rule was a big victory for the trucking industry, which Congress passed in the Omnibus Bill a few weeks ago. While...
New OSHA Reporting Requirements Will Begin In 2015
New OSHA Reporting Starts In 2015
Beginning January 1, there will be a change to what covered employers are required to report to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Employers will now be required...
Election 2014; What It Means For The Trucking Industry
The Trucking Industry Awaits Election 2014 Results
With the Congressional election officially here, we've been weighing in on what the election means for the trucking industry. According to the experts, we could see more harsh rulemaking,...
Deaf Truck Drivers Now Allowed To Obtain CDL; FMCSA Loosens Regulations
Deaf Truck Drivers Get Long Awaited Rule Change
Deaf truck drivers have been non-existent due to FMCSA regulations for decades. That rule making changed in September. Before, deaf truck drivers were not able to obtain a commercial...
Connecticut State Police And Norwalk Police Cracking Down On Truck Drivers
NORWALK, CT - Connecticut state police and the Norwalk police are cracking down on state truck drivers and the trucking industry. The state of Connecticut is already known for tougher standards and regulations. Wednesday...
Ken’s Trucking Forced To Shut Down By FMCSA
Florida Trucking Company Had Critical Safety Issues
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has ordered Grand Ridge, Fla.-based Ken's Trucking, LLC, USDOT No. 1050616, to immediately shut down following a...