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Time to prep for ice, snow, and slippery roads Being prepared for extreme cold, snow, and ice can make all the difference when it comes to safe winter travel. Well-known tips, like slowing down and understanding how to control a…

High-efficiency driving saves fuel With the volatility of fuel prices, getting the most miles per gallon out of your vehicles is more important than ever. As a carrier, you should encourage drivers to adjust how they drive, how much their…

Road-ready paperwork requirements The type of paperwork drivers are required to carry depends on: Whether the driver operates as a for-hire or private carrier, Whether the driver operates in interstate or intrastate commerce, and The type of commodity the driver…

A Discussion on Disqualification Driver disqualification is a serious issue. A driver holding a commercial driver’s license (CDL), or commercial learner’s permit (CLP) can be disqualified from driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) if convicted of certain violations while driving…

Fatigued Driving Master the art of staying awake and alert Professional drivers face countless daily challenges that lead to fatigue. It’s important to remember that fatigue doesn’t just happen at night; it can happen any time of day, and it…

Cargo Securement View the PDF Handout Secure cargo to prevent hazards Proper cargo securement is a make-or-break hazard situation — sometimes literally. Failing to properly secure a load can result in citations, fines, accidents, damages, and even loss of life.…

Fuel Efficiency View the PDF Handout The driver’s role in conserving fuel Any fuel economy measures that are specified will be quickly wiped out by poor driving practices. Your role as a driver in any fuel economy effort is an…

Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse What is a refusal? View the PDF Handout Drivers who are required to comply with Part 382 may not refuse to take a DOT drug or alcohol test. Refusals are reported to the Clearinghouse by either…

Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse View the PDF Handout The Clearinghouse is an online database that houses information on all CDL drivers’ DOT drug and alcohol testing violations under Part 382. It also holds the records of whether a driver has…