Tag: hazardous materials

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Hazmat-focused inspection blitz sidelines nearly 700 trucks
Commercial vehicle inspectors across North America inspected more than 9,200 trucks, placing 683 (approximately 7%) of them out-of-service during a week-long enforcement blitz focusing on hazardous materials and other dangerous goods.
October 30, 2019
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FMCSA officially adopts rules requiring background checks for hazmat CDL endorsement
The finalization of these interim final rules has no bearing on current drivers or carriers, as the rules have been in place since 2003 and 2005, respectively. The rules require drivers to undergo a TSA background check or hold a TWIC in order to receive a hazmat endorsement on their CDL.
September 30, 2019
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Group questions DOT on hazmat regs pertaining to Calif. meal, rest breaks
The National Tank Truck Carriers says California’s meal and rest break requirements weren’t made with hazmat haulers or federal hours-of-service regulations in mind.
September 2, 2016
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I-70 runaway ramp reopened
Crews removed a rig and flatbed trailer that rolled on the ramp near Vail, Colo.
October 31, 2011
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LogBook
Audit delays cross-border plan, court asked to review pilot program, hours rule due by end of month, a bridge closure, FMCSA says CSA helps compliance and other industry news items are featured.
October 1, 2011
Truck traffic at the southern border could increase soon if issues raised in a federal audit are adequately addressed.
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Payday
Carriers chase after a diminished pool of owner-operator candidates with higher pay, bonuses and more compensation options.
October 1, 2011
Flatbed owner-operators enjoyed higher rates of pay and net income during the spring, thanks to increased freight demand in a segment where many operators had left the business during the recession.
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Pocket Tools
Dozens of new smart-phone apps can save you money, time and hassles. Best of all, many are free.
July 1, 2011
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ATA opposes hazmat proposal
ATA wants agency to withdraw proposal to regulate the loading and unloading of hazardous materials to conduct needed research.
June 14, 2011
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