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CVSA Roadcheck scheduled May 13-15
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) International Roadcheck is scheduled for May 13-15. Law enforcement will inspect commercial motor vehicles and drivers at weigh/inspection stations, temporary sites, and mobile patrols to verify regulatory compliance. The focus of this year’s campaign is hours of service for drivers.
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Today, we’ll review the HOS BASIC.
HOS Compliance BASIC is defined as operation of CMVs by drivers who are ill, fatigued, or in noncompliance with the HOS regulations. This BASIC includes violations of regulations pertaining to records of duty status (RODS) as they relate to HOS requirements and the management of CMV driver fatigue. To avoid violations of the HOS BASIC, please remember that if two commercial drivers are present,…
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Every violation found on a roadside inspection contributes to a motor carrier’s overall Inspection Selection Score. The Inspection Selection score is used by law enforcement to target motor carriers for increased inspections. If a motor carrier receives more violations on inspections, they will be subject to more inspections. Every contractor and/or their driver(s) can help lessen the number of…
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Overdrive is reporting the top five toughest states for commercial truck traffic enforcement in association with all violations written are: • Indiana• West Virginia• Delaware• Iowa• Idaho According to law enforcement, the most two obvious reasons to stop a CMV are violating local laws and observable defects associated with the vehicle. Doing a thorough pre-trip inspection can…
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The FMCSA reminds commercial drivers to review roadside inspection documents for accuracy prior to signing or leaving the inspection site. If an out of service order is issued in association with any violation, the regulations state no person should operate such vehicle until the out of service defect(s) have been repaired and the vehicle can be restored to safe operating condition. Contact…
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JJ Keller reports that the top five vehicle-related violations associated with 2024 roadside inspection data include the following: • Required lamp not operable or obscured• No proof of annual inspection• No (or defective) lighting devices or reflective devices/tape• Tires flat or leaking• Fire extinguisher not readily available or secured in the vehicle To avoid violations,…
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JJ Keller recently reported the top five safety violations found on roadside inspections in 2024: • Speeding• Driving without a valid medical certificate/status• False logs• No record of duty status when required• Failure to obey a traffic control device These five violations alone accounted for more than 450,000 violations issued in 2024. Moving violations or observable defects…
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Winter can cause many problems. Whether it’s rain, freezing rain, wind or snow, a commercial driver must be prepared to face the hazards winter driving. Commercial drivers can compensate for poor traction by slowing down and making all movements gently, and not driving faster than conditions allow. Commercial drivers can also double or triple following distance and refrain from tailgating. Safety…
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The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is reporting that accidents involving snowplows are on the increase for passenger and commercial vehicles. It is dangerous to attempt to pass a snowplow, as vehicles can lose control attempting this maneuver. The NTSB recommends that motorists stay back and give a snowplow plenty of room.
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The National Weather Service has identified elevated risks of severe weather, which could include thunderstorms, high winds, hail and tornadoes impacting the East Coast from Florida to New York. The storm is predicted to have its biggest impact on the Carolinas and Mid-Atlantic by Wednesday afternoon, bringing strong winds and a chance of tornadoes from Charleston, South Carolina, up to Norfolk,…
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When inclement weather occurs, your ability to stop is always an issue. Snow and ice can build up in the intersection making it difficult for motorists to control their vehicle. Approach intersections as if the other vehicles are not going to stop. Safety experts warn other motorists can lose control of their vehicles while attempting to stop or turn into the intersection. The first few seconds a…
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Protective Insurance recommends scanning the area you will need to back into as you approach. Look for overhead hazards, adequate clearances and obstacles, then get out and look to be sure. Back at a slow and controlled speed, equivalent to a walking pace, to allow time for you and the truck to react should the environment change abruptly. Use all of your mirrors, checking them during the back as…
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Arizona law enforcement will hold an enforcement blitz from Feb. 24 to 28. The focus will be on motorists traveling on Interstate 10 from the Phoenix area to the New Mexico state line and Interstate 19 from Tucson to the international border. Inspectors and enforcement officers will target hazardous moving violations, distracted driving, and seat belt violations while conducting commercial…
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Safety experts warn that carbon monoxide is a silent killer. Initial symptoms mimic the flu and may include headache, fatigue, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea and/or tightening across the chest. Sudden chest pain may occur in people with angina. Prolonged exposure can result in vomiting, confusion, muscle weakness, collapse and perhaps death. Exhaust system leaks are especially dangerous when cab…
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Winter storm Kingston has left heavy snowfall, icing, and dangerously cold temperatures, which have resulted in poor road conditions in the Midwest and Ozarks. The storm path continues east today and is predicted to leave the same type of conditions in central Virginia and southern Maryland through North Carolina. The extreme cold can result in fuel systems gelling up, preventing the vehicle from…
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Winter Storm Kingston will impact the Ozarks and Mid-Atlantic areas starting today and travel toward the East Coast. Winter storm warnings are already in place for Kansas and are extending to Virginia and North Carolina. This winter storm is expected to have heavy snowfall and possible icing conditions. Road conditions will deteriorate in these areas and delays are expected with the forecasted…
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When hauling hazardous materials, paperwork must always remain within arm’s reach. If a commercial driver leaves the vehicle, they must leave the paperwork on the driver’s seat or driver side door pouch. During an inspection, the inspector may ask for paperwork to be brought inside. In this case, prior to removing the paperwork, the commercial driver should verify with the inspector that it is…
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