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Keep up to date on the latest developments affecting OSHA, DOT, EPA, and DOL regulatory compliance.

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RECENT INDUSTRY HIGHLIGHTS

FMCSA face-to-face audits back in vogue
2024-10-31T05:00:00Z

FMCSA face-to-face audits back in vogue

If your carrier is targeted for a DOT audit, expect a visit from an investigator, rather than a records request for an offsite review.

In 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of offsite investigations increased 319 percent from 2019. In a reverse shift, there has been a 61 percent decline in offsite audits through 2023.

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No ‘ghosts’ allowed: DOT cracking down on ELD fraud
2024-10-31T05:00:00Z

No ‘ghosts’ allowed: DOT cracking down on ELD fraud

It’s a scary thought but it’s happening more and more: truck drivers falsifying their logs and falling asleep at the wheel.

Electronic logging devices (ELDs) were supposed to prevent log falsification, but drivers and motor carriers are finding their way around safeguards meant to prevent fraud — and it’s leading to serious crashes.

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Bulldozer entrapment incident prompts MSHA safety alert
2024-10-31T05:00:00Z

Bulldozer entrapment incident prompts MSHA safety alert

A bulldozer entrapment incident at a coal mine prompted the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) to issue a safety alert to prevent similar incidents.

The operator’s bulldozer fell into a feeder after a bridge coal pile collapsed, engulfing the equipment and trapping him inside the cab. Swift, organized emergency response efforts led to a successful rescue. The bulldozer also was equipped with high-strength glass, oxygen bottles, and a remote shut-off for the feeder, contributing to the operator’s safe rescue.

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Focus on these 5 features for dash cameras
2024-10-31T05:00:00Z

Focus on these 5 features for dash cameras

A dash cam is a business investment in safety and efficiency, and it offers legal protection.

With the right dash cameras, you can monitor drivers, gather evidence in case of accidents, and reduce potential liabilities. Here’s a guide to the top five features to prioritize when purchasing dash cams for your trucking fleet.

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Employer sued for making employee work during FMLA leave
2024-10-30T05:00:00Z

Employer sued for making employee work during FMLA leave

After suffering a stroke, Kristina requested leave under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Her employer approved the leave, and after 12 weeks, she returned to work on a part-time basis.

When Kristina returned to work, however, her employer changed her job description and soon fired her.

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