Category: Training Blueprint

Where fitness meets compliance Physical examinations are mandatory for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers to ensure they’re physically qualified to drive. Such exams must be repeated at least every 2 years, although medical examiners (MEs) can choose to set a…

Prevent back injuries and start good lifting habits Back problems are a common cause of lost work time for professional drivers because of the nature of the job. Prolonged periods of sitting behind the wheel and lifting heavy objects are…

Warning devices: Responding to an accident or breakdown Even the safest driver operating under the best conditions can encounter an accident or breakdown on the road. What’s important is that your drivers know what to do and what to expect…

How to stay on the right side of the tracks In 2025, there were 2,266 collisions at railroad crossings in the U.S. According to preliminary data from the Federal Railroad Administration, these incidents resulted in 288 deaths and 754 injuries.…

Blind spot detection, automated emergency braking/forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control, and lane departure warning technology are all evolving technologies that drivers must be up to date on for both safety and compliance purposes. Being familiar with these technologies is…

Safe Food Transportation

April showers bring May roadside inspections Professional drivers should always be prepared for roadside inspections, especially since they can happen without warning and come with serious consequences if the driver is unprepared. Roadcheck 2026, which will take place May 12–14,…

Regulatory requirements Part 382 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) places strict prohibitions on the use and abuse of drugs and alcohol by commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. If a driver possesses a commercial driver’s license (CDL), Part…

Remember to keep your feet on the ground While many may think the biggest safety risk for drivers might be a crash or on-road accident, many injuries are actually the result of everyday activities. Provide your drivers with a few…

Keep all cargo safe and secure It’s a professional driver’s job to safely and efficiently transport cargo to the customer damage-free and on time. Proper cargo securement is a make-or-break hazard situation. Failing to properly secure a load can result…