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The FMCSA recently announced that they are changing their process for performing compliance reviews. Specifically they referred to expanded interviews with members within the organization. Truth is – they have been doing this for a while, but recently completed all of the training and therefore made the announcement. Does this mean that compliance reviews have…

When it comes to informing a motor carrier that they have violated FMCSA regulations warning letters are often the first step in the intervention process. The FMCSA sends warning letters to motor carriers whose safety performance data indicates they are not complying with applicable regulations. Below are some tips about warning letters that provides some…

The theme of this year’s National Nutrition Month is “”Put Your Best Fork Forward”. The campaign, sponsored by the American Dietetic Association, reminds us: Eating right doesn’t have to be complicated. Use www.mypyramid.gov to develop a personalized plan for lifelong health. The best nutrition advice is based on science. Before adopting any changes to your…

Today, the rule. The FMCSA previously announced that instead of moving to a final rule, FMCSA will publish a notice in their Federal Register withdrawing their Safety Fitness Determination proposed a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking would be the next step in the process. This ruling was previously introduced in early 2016 and was soon…

Ohio worker’s death highlights grim 2016 national stat:trench collapse fatalities have more than doubledOSHA cites 33-year-old man’s employer for willful, serious safety violations WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, Ohio – OSHA cited an Ohio company after a 33-year-old employee was crushed to death in June 2016 as he was digging soil out of the 12-foot trench in Washington…

OSHA recently announced its top ten most frequently cited safety violations for workplace safety with its top category including almost 7,000 violations. Do you know how to avoid these common pitfalls when it comes to your employees’ health and safety? We share ten tips to avoid these top ten OSHA violations. 1. Fall Protection, 6,929…

This article, New URS Regulations Ahead, is from the “Steal our Ideas” page at hni Risk Advisors. If you are not familiar please check out the site. They do a great job of compiling and sharing the information we need to know. Craig Safety Technologies On December 12, 2015 the Unified Registration System (URS) began…

Here is a reminder from the National Sleep Foundation that “Drowsy Driving Prevention Week®”, November 6th through 13th is coming up. It is a great time to remind drivers about signs and what to do when they are driving. Help them recognize signs they are drowsy and give clear instruction for what they need to…

Slip/Trip and Fall injuries are the most common type of injury for drivers. Most of them occur during the winter months. Each year, thousands of professional drivers are seriously injured due to not paying attention in winter conditions. Working in the ice and snow requires your full attention and awareness.