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Military Skills Test Waiver Program

This document addresses all of the issues captured in the new regulation including which violations can deny the waiver; identifying the specific type(s) of vehicle which the service member was licensed to drive; and, an endorsement by the service member's commanding officer of the safe driving...

Safety Resources for Business

Here are some resources that will help you understand the regulations and meet your safety goals.

Bus/Passenger Carrier SafetyCMV Driver Safety Belt Program (Increasing CMV Driver Safety Belt Use)Defensive Driving Tips (Accident Countermeasures)Driver Wellness ProgramsDrug and Alcohol...

Getting Started - Registration

The first step to safe operations is operating legally. Before a motor carrier of property or passengers begins interstate operations, it must register with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and receive a USDOT number. In addition, most for-hire motor carriers must obtain...

Safety is Good Business

Crashes are devastating in terms of fatalities and injuries, financial costs, damaged reputations, the inability to attract and retain good drivers, and general goodwill in the industry and community. In 2005, there were 5,212 fatalities and 91,993 injuries from large truck crashes, and 335...