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2026-03-19T05:00:00Z

Use “spring cleaning” to freshen up your operations

Just like reorganizing the kitchen and cleaning out the closets, staying on top of your regulatory housekeeping can set you up for success as we move into the new season.

Dust off your registrations

Verify that you are up to date with your registrations. Do you know when they are set to renew? Will you need to make any big changes this year? Some programs to verify include: UCR, IRP, and PHMSA Hazmat Registration.

Sweep up risks with mock audits

Conducting mock audits gives you the opportunity to identify and mitigate risks before they escalate. For example, audits can uncover gaps in recordkeeping, driver behavior, or vehicle maintenance that might otherwise go unnoticed. From there, you can modify your training, processes, and more in order to improve the areas which may be lacking, such as your compliance, safety culture, recordkeeping, and more.

Freshen up driver training materials

Take the time to review your training materials and question:

  • Are they effective?
  • Can they be improved?
  • Is there anything my drivers are struggling with despite being trained?

If “yes” is the answer to any of these questions, you may want to consider implementing some changes to your training.

Declutter operations: consider consolidating DOT numbers

Consolidating DOT numbers involves merging several active Department of Transportation (DOT) registrations under one single number. This action helps to streamline operations. Rather than juggling multiple registrations, carriers can manage their entire fleet under one identifier. A single registration can help avoid regulatory red flags, streamline compliance and safety tracking, and reduce administrative overhead.

Key to remember: Checking in on your compliance gives you the opportunity to eliminate clutter, stay ahead of requirements, and streamline operations.

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Driving smarter with a cargo tank
2026-03-18T05:00:00Z

Driving smarter with a cargo tank

Driving a cargo tank is different than hauling a dry van or a flatbed, and most drivers who’ve done it know that right away. The equipment is more complex, the load behaves differently, and the consequences of a small mistake can get serious fast. Cargo tank driving rewards patience, attention, and steady habits more than almost any other type of hauling.

This is a practical reminder of what tends to bite drivers during inspections, roadside stops, or "normal" days that turn into long ones. If you keep the basics tight, most trips go exactly the way they should.

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Are we testing evacuation readiness…or just running a drill?
2026-03-18T05:00:00Z

Are we testing evacuation readiness…or just running a drill?

Many employers can confidently say they conduct an annual evacuation or fire drill. The alarm sounds , employees exit the building, headcounts are completed, and the drill is labeled “successful.” From a compliance standpoint, that box is checked.

However, a more important question deserves attention. Did the drill actually test our readiness, or did it simply confirm that we can follow a script?

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Court: FMLA discrimination claims exist
2026-03-18T05:00:00Z

Court: FMLA discrimination claims exist

The federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) isn’t a true anti-discrimination law, but employees can claim that employers discriminated against them for asking for or taking FMLA leave, as one employer recently learned.

Alisa, a college instructor, had several health issues: rheumatoid arthritis, vein trouble, plantar fasciitis, and neuropathy. One (or more) of these problems could potentially qualify as serious health conditions under the FMLA. After requesting FMLA leave and receiving workplace accommodations for her disabilities, Tracy, Alisa’s supervisor, and others allegedly:

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OSHA publishes new Safety Champions Program resources
2026-03-17T05:00:00Z

OSHA publishes new Safety Champions Program resources

As part of its newly launched Safety Champions Program, OSHA has published two new resources: a step-by-step guide and a fact sheet. The voluntary, self-guided program is aimed at helping employers develop and implement effective safety and health (S&H) programs to prevent workplace injuries, illnesses, and deaths.

The step-by-step guide helps businesses navigate the seven core elements of OSHA’s Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs:

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