There are many protocols and procedures in place that can help to assure the safety of commercial drivers and all other people on the road. One of those categories of procedures involves drug and alcohol testing. Here is what you need to know about that type of testing for commercial drivers.
Month: January 2019
What insurance coverage do I need for a repo business?
Do you own a repo business? If not, are you thinking of starting one? A repo business can be quite lucrative. However, this line of work comes with a lot of risks. Every time you go on a job, you are at risk. There is the risk of driving and towing the vehicles safely. Also, there is the risk of angry vehicle owners damaging your tow truck.
How to get the lowest rates on tow truck insurance
If you tow disabled vehicles, then you need specialized tow truck insurance. Just having regular truck insurance is not enough. However, rates for tow truck insurance can be expensive. In fact, many insurance carriers have raised their rates as towing vehicles can be risky.
How to choose insurance for dump trucks
If you use a dump truck to haul sand, dirt, asphalt, gravel or rock, then you need specialized dump truck insurance. Dump trucks are classified as heavy-duty commercial vehicles. They include transfer dump trucks, tandem dump trucks, and side dump trucks.
Get insurance for transporting equipment for business use
Commercial machines and equipment are always on the move. Semi trucks spend more than 140 billion miles on the road each year transporting goods and equipment across the United States. If you are an owner operator who delivers machines and equipment via your own tractor trailer, you need the right insurance to help keep you on the road.
Ask the professionals: What is truck auto liability insurance?
If you drive a semi or another type of truck for your work, you might be wondering what type of insurance you need. Whether you are a contractor with one commercial truck or you have been an owner-operator for many years, it is important to understand the different insurance coverages available.
What is a truck inspection like?
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires all commercial vehicles that weigh more than 10,000 pounds to undergo an annual truck inspection. This is to ensure that all equipment on the commercial vehicle works as it should to help improve public safety. The DOT conducts inspections at six different levels.
Three reasons to keep an eye on your CSA Score
Your CSA score is a measure of how well your business is complying with safety requirements mandated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This program is designed to review a carrier’s safety events and records and compare how well they align with industry standards and best practices.