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3 key trucking rule changes coming soon
2026-03-12T05:00:00Z

3 key trucking rule changes coming soon

Drivers and motor carriers should face fewer citations starting later this month, once some important rule changes go into effect.

Vehicle-related requirements that have long frustrated fleets and enforcement officials alike are being revised or eliminated as of March 23 and April 20, 2026. While their impact is relatively narrow, carriers should understand what’s changing and how to protect themselves if roadside enforcement isn’t up to speed.

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Smart driving in severe conditions
2026-03-11T05:00:00Z

Smart driving in severe conditions

Spring marks the start of severe weather season. For the professional driver, maintaining a high level of awareness and being prepared can go a long way in ensuring safety while on the road.

Thunderstorms

Severe thunderstorms can develop quickly. The following actions can help ensure safety if approaching or already in a storm.

Tornados

Tornados are considered nature’s most violent storms. A tornado’s winds can reach 300 miles per hour and can create a path of damage in excess of one mile wide and 50 miles long.

If in an area where a tornado warning is issued, safely park and seek shelter immediately, preferably a basement or the interior of the lowest floor of a sturdy building or storm shelter.

If outside with no shelter, lie flat in a nearby ditch or depression and cover your head with your hands. Also be aware of the potential for flooding, as heavy rain can cause low spots to quickly flood. Do not seek shelter under a highway overpass. Winds blow stronger under an overpass due to the wind-tunnel effect.

Watch for flying debris. Most tornado-related deaths and injuries are caused by flying debris. And never try to outrun a tornado.

Watches and warnings

The National Weather Service issues severe weather watches and warnings. Understanding the following terms can assist in identifying weather hazards.

Watch. A watch is issued when the risk of hazardous weather has increased significantly, but its occurrence, location, and/or timing is uncertain. Watches are normally issued well in advance of the occurrence of severe weather to provide lead time so the public can be prepared.

A severe thunderstorm watch is issued when conditions are favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area.

A tornado watch is issued when conditions are favorable for the development of tornados in and close to the watch area.

Warning. A warning is issued when hazardous weather is occurring, imminent, or has a high probability of occurring. Warnings are used for conditions posing a threat to life or property.

A severe thunderstorm warning is issued when a severe thunderstorm is indicated by radar or spotter reports. A severe thunderstorm includes hail that is one inch in diameter or larger and/or winds of at least 58 miles per hour.

A tornado warning is issued when a tornado is indicated by radar or sighted by spotters. The warning will include where the tornado is located and what communities are in its path.

Key to remember: Spring weather can be unpredictable, but informed drivers who remain alert and take appropriate precautions are far better equipped to handle what Mother Nature delivers.

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MSHA warns of freeze-thaw hazards in recent safety alert
2026-03-11T05:00:00Z

MSHA warns of freeze-thaw hazards in recent safety alert

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) recently issued a safety alert cautioning miners about the dangers posed by freeze-thaw cycles. These cycles can cause highwalls to become unstable and create slippery ground conditions, raising the risk of slips, trips, and incidents involving equipment.

Due to freeze-thaw cycle risks, MSHA recommends that miners closely inspect highwalls, banks, slopes, and roadways after major temperature shifts, and check equipment for safe operation. Miners should also:

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DOL’s independent contractor proposed rule syncs employee FMLA definition
2026-03-11T05:00:00Z

DOL’s independent contractor proposed rule syncs employee FMLA definition

On Friday, February 27, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published a proposed rule to determine whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor. The current proposed rule harkens back to the 2021 version, but stretches its application beyond the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

The reason behind the addition

The DOL claimed that the FMLA regulation’s guidance for assessing employee or independent contractor status could be unclear if it didn’t make confirming edits.

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Preparing to interview accident witnesses
2026-03-10T05:00:00Z

Preparing to interview accident witnesses

Since witness interviews are critical to any incident investigation, employers should obtain witness statements as soon as possible. Conduct interviews before witnesses talk with each other and while the details are still fresh in their minds. If they talk to one another about the event, that could inadvertently affect each person’s recall, or even create new versions.

Interviews should focus on the facts, including what happened before and after the incident, and should avoid opinions and assumptions. Ultimately, the investigator needs to know who was involved, what they were doing, what was happening at the time, and when and where the incident occurred.

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