Washington State U.S. Department of Transportation Large Vehicle, Non-Motorized Traffic Safety Assessment

Mayors' Challenge: Bikes, Pedestrians, and FMCSA

In support of the Mayors’ Challenge for Safer People and Safer Streets, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration on Nov.18, 2015 held a webinar to introduce new stakeholders to the safety mission of the agency by examining large truck crash fatalities involving pedestrians and bicyclists...

Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service Supporting Documents

SUMMARY: The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) amends the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to establish: Minimum performance and design standards for hours-of-service (HOS) electronic logging devices (ELDs); requirements for the mandatory use of these devices...

Entry-Level Driver Training Advisory Committee Charter

Washington Governor Declares State of Emergency Due to Severe Storms

WHEREAS, from November 13 through 18, 2015, a series of severe storms struck Washington State, producing high winds and extreme rainfall resulting in major flooding, saturated soils, landslides, stream bank and slope erosion, fallen tree limbs, broken and uprooted trees, and flying debris;...

Safety Tips for Pedestrians

As a pedestrian, you are at a major disadvantage when crossing streets, intersections, and standing on corners. You are not always visible to drivers—especially those behind the wheel of a large truck or bus—and you must be cautious at all times. Here are some safety tips that can keep...

Safety Tips for Bicyclists

Bicycles are the most vulnerable of all vehicles on the road. As a bicyclist riding in traffic or on the sidewalk, take extra precautions to protect yourself. Drivers on the road—especially those behind the wheel of a large truck or bus—may not see you. The tips below can help keep you...

FMCSA Webinar Nov. 18 to Examine Large Truck Crash Fatalities Involving Pedestrians and Bicyclists

WASHINGTON -- In support of the Mayors’ Challenge for Safer People and Safer Streets, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) on Nov.18 will hold a webinar to introduce new stakeholders to the safety mission of the agency by examining large truck crash fatalities involving...

FMCSA Awards $1 Million in Grants to Help Train Veterans in Jobs as Commercial Truck and Bus Drivers

FMCSA announced $1 million in Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training grants to nine institution to help train veterans for jobs as a commercial bus or truck drivers.

As Secretary Elaine L. Chao said, " The Department is proud to recognize the sacrifices of our nation's heroes by...

Extension of South Carolina Declaration of Emergency granted due to Ongoing Existence of Emergency

Pursuant to Title 49 CFR § 390.25.I. Darrell L. Ruban. Field Administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration declare that an ongoing emergency exists what warrants extension of the emergency declaration issued by the Governor of South Carolina on October 1, 2015, continuing the...