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Appeals Court Tosses Rule Requiring Electronic Logs For Truckers

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

The regulation, issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration in 2010 and scheduled to take effect next June, is invalid because the rule says nothing about ensuring that the devices are not used to harass drivers.

Spill Containment Equipment From A Plus Warehouse Protects Environment And Workplace

ATA Says FMCSA's Strategic Plan Doesn't Go Far Enough in Addressing Crashes

American Trucking Associations (ATA)

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's draft Five-Year Strategic Plan does not do enough to address the root causes of crashes.

OSHA Cites Jewel Food Stores For Safety Violations At Illinois Warehouse

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Supermarket retailer cited for numerous violations involving its ammonia refrigeration system; proposes $75,000 in fines.

Cal/OSHA Continues Enforcement Of Heat Illness Prevention Requirements

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Cal/OSHA's efforts are planned to target employers who are not acting in accordance with the heat illness prevention standard.

Drivers Show Distracted Behavior During Risky Driving Maneuvers: Study

Study tracked more than 34,000 commercial drivers and more than 13 million video events in 2010, comparing risky driving maneuvers and distracted driving behaviors.

Risk/Compliance

Distracted Drivers: What Can You Do To Ensure Fleet Safety

XRS Corporation (formerly known as Xata Corporation)

Government to crack down further on distracted driving; study finds when truckers text, they are 23 times more likely to be involved in a crash or close call.

Semi Truck Accident Statistics Continue To Rise in U.S.

List also includes all tractor trailer trucks and commercial vehicles.

In-Cab Video Safety System Reduces Collision, Cuts Insurance Costs For Foodservice Distributor

SmartDrive system helps British distributor save nearly $400,000 in insurance costs.

Six Steps To Reduce Worker's Comp Costs

Institute of WorkComp Professionals

Many employers feel that Workers’ Comp costs are beyond their control, but it turns out that they can play a key role in controlling medical costs.

Swerve To Avoid High Cost Of Accidents

The best collision avoidance system is a well-trained driver.

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Make Drivers Part Of Your Safety Team

Prevent accidents by bringing drivers into your company's safety culture.

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