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      Mar 26, 2020 3:18:46 PM

      News and Resources for Drivers dealing with COVID-19

      Mar 26, 2020 1:15:00 PM

      Focus on Mindfulness to Improve Driving

      Mar 19, 2020 3:10:00 PM

      Congestion, Construction among Spring Driving Hazards

      Mar 16, 2020 5:13:11 PM

      Ask the Safety Rep: Where Can I Get Low-Cost or Free DOT Compliance Materials?

      Mar 4, 2020 10:00:00 AM

      Know the Hazards of Rollovers

      Feb 25, 2020 2:45:00 PM

      Employee Fatigue is a Risk That Can be Managed

      Feb 18, 2020 2:00:00 PM

      Drug and Alcohol Testing

      Feb 11, 2020 3:10:00 PM

      Cold Weather Ailments

      Jan 29, 2020 2:00:00 PM

      What Message Is Your Driver Screening Sending to Applicants?

      Jan 21, 2020 1:00:00 PM

      Ask the Physical Damage Claims Adjuster

      Jan 15, 2020 3:00:00 PM

      Courageous Leaders Aren’t Afraid to Break a Few Eggs

      Jan 7, 2020 3:03:22 PM

      5 things you need to know about the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse

      Dec 18, 2019 2:00:00 PM

      Improve Communication by Asking Better Questions

      Dec 10, 2019 11:00:00 AM

      The Difference between Fault and Preventability in a Crash

      Dec 6, 2019 3:02:00 PM

      What to Do If a Load Is Rejected

      Nov 25, 2019 10:03:45 AM

      Protect Yourself from Thefts and Hijackings

      Nov 7, 2019 11:02:00 AM

      Mirror Use: A Key to Safe Driving

      Oct 29, 2019 3:01:00 PM

      Technology and Coaching: A Proven Combination to Change Driver Behavior

      Oct 22, 2019 3:03:00 PM

      Talent Metrics Every Motor Carrier Should Track

      Oct 15, 2019 3:04:00 PM

      Avoiding the Right Turn Squeeze

      Oct 8, 2019 3:02:00 PM

      Tips for Flatbed Trailer Safety

      Oct 1, 2019 3:03:12 PM

      Fatigue, slick roads, sun glare among fall road hazards

      Sep 24, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Ask The Risk Manager

      Sep 17, 2019 3:02:00 PM

      Test Time: Top 10 Road Test Tips

      Sep 10, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      The Essential 7 Driving Techniques

      Sep 3, 2019 3:02:00 PM

      Use Positive Spillover to Improve Safety Performance

      Aug 27, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Ask the Safety Representative: What is the Difference between an AOBRD and AN ELD?

      Aug 26, 2019 10:50:00 AM

      It's That Time of Year Again! Quick Review of School Zone Safety

      Aug 20, 2019 3:01:00 PM

      The Essential 7 Work Practices

      Aug 13, 2019 3:03:00 PM

      Back to Basics

      Aug 6, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Preventing Lane Change Crashes

      Jul 30, 2019 3:01:00 PM

      How to Avoid the Four Critical Crashes

      Jul 23, 2019 3:02:00 PM

      How to Protect Yourself From Fall-Related Injuries

      Jul 16, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Why You Should Make Road Tests Part of the Hiring Process

      Jul 9, 2019 3:01:00 PM

      What You Need To Know When Uncoupling A Trailer

      Jul 2, 2019 3:02:00 PM

      It's Time to Discuss Summer Driving Hazards

      Jul 1, 2019 10:00:00 AM

      Prevent Cargo Theft Over The Holiday

      Jun 25, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      What Can You Do to Prevent Distracted Driving?

      Jun 11, 2019 9:54:00 AM

      Ask the Safety Rep: How Can I Improve Driver Retention?

      Jun 4, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Preventing Crashes from Outside the Truck

      May 21, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Ask the HR Professional: How Can I Better Manage a Geographically Dispersed Workforce?

      May 14, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Preventing Rear-End Crashes Today

      May 7, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Is Your Driver Retention Problem Right in Front of You?

      Apr 30, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Choosing the Correct Personal Protective Equipment for the Job

      Apr 23, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Practical Drift: How Human Nature Causes Policy Failure

      Apr 16, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Managing Space Around Your Truck

      Apr 9, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls

      Apr 2, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      It's Time to Discuss Spring Driving Hazards

      Mar 26, 2019 2:59:00 PM

      Preventing Road Rage

      Mar 19, 2019 2:59:00 PM

      Is Accident Reporting Your Achilles Heel?

      Mar 5, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Instilling a Culture That Embraces Fuel Economy

      Feb 26, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Promoting a Culture of Professionalism

      Feb 19, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      The Financial Impact of Losses

      Feb 12, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Addressing Aggressive Driving

      Feb 5, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Ask The Liability Adjuster: What impact do onboard cameras have on liability claims?

      Jan 29, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Managing Stress

      Jan 22, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Ask the Safety Rep: How does the updated guidance on using a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) for personal conveyance affect drivers and motor carriers?

      Jan 15, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Winter Safety Tips

      Jan 8, 2019 3:00:00 PM

      Buying Into Safety: Six Reasons It Makes $ense

      Jan 1, 2019 4:14:56 PM

      Defending Against Winter Driving Hazards

      Dec 26, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Exercise

      Dec 18, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Crash Scene Procedures

      Dec 4, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Achieve Safety Excellence Through Teamwork

      Nov 27, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Make Your Safety Training Memorable

      Nov 20, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Healthy Eating

      Nov 13, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Ask the Safety Rep: What Are the Requirements for Accident Recordkeeping?

      Oct 30, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Crash Prevention: Are You Proactive or Reactive?

      Oct 23, 2018 3:01:00 PM

      Fall Driving Hazards

      Oct 16, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Opening/Closing Trailer Doors

      Oct 9, 2018 3:02:00 PM

      Backing

      Oct 2, 2018 3:01:00 PM

      Time to Discuss Fall Driving Hazards

      Sep 25, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Tractor–Trailer Fires: What Do You Do?

      Sep 18, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Providing a Workplace Free of Known Hazards

      Sep 11, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Speed Management

      Sep 4, 2018 4:00:00 PM

      Use Road Tests to Measure Driver Quality

      Aug 28, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Build a Positive Culture that Inspires Employees to Thrive

      Aug 21, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Skin Protection

      Aug 14, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Preventing Work Zone Crashes

      Aug 7, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Road Construction

      Jul 31, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Hydration

      Jul 24, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Ask the Safety Rep: With the ELD Final Rule now in effect, what can we expect from roadside inspectors?

      Jul 17, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Summer Driving Hazards

      Jul 10, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Heat-related Illness

      Jul 3, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Time to Discuss Summer Driving Hazards

      Jun 29, 2018 4:16:39 PM

      Sleep Habits

      Jun 27, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Avoiding Crashes Due to Distracted Driving

      Jun 20, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Slips and Falls

      Jun 19, 2018 3:23:24 PM

      Personal Security

      Jun 13, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      3 Wellness Tips for Truck Drivers

      Jun 12, 2018 3:23:43 PM

      Roadside Inspections

      Jun 12, 2018 2:56:45 PM

      10 Summer Weather Tire Survival Tips

      Jun 5, 2018 3:26:39 PM

      Pattern Driving

      May 29, 2018 3:27:05 PM

      Ask the Safety Rep: How do the new drug testing changes affect employers?

      May 22, 2018 3:20:36 PM

      Monitoring Drivers for At-Risk Behaviors

      May 15, 2018 3:31:28 PM

      Operations' Role In Avoiding ELD Issues

      May 8, 2018 3:27:34 PM

      Ask the Truck Underwriter: Can I Get An Exception for a Driver Who Doesn't Have an Acceptable MVR?

      May 1, 2018 3:56:14 PM

      Post-Traumatic Growth: Improving Operations After a Catastrophic Loss

      Apr 24, 2018 3:30:00 PM

      Disaster Planning: Plan and Protect Your Future

      Apr 17, 2018 3:21:27 PM

      Entering and Exiting Equipment

      Apr 10, 2018 3:21:32 PM

      Preventing Losses Through Regulatory Compliance

      Apr 3, 2018 4:05:01 PM

      Spring Driving Hazards

      Mar 27, 2018 3:30:00 PM

      Crashes Do Happen: Tips on Driver Conduct at a Crash Scene

      Mar 20, 2018 3:00:00 PM

      Thou Shall Not Commit Tailgating

      Mar 13, 2018 3:25:10 PM

      Elements of a Successful Safety Culture

      Mar 12, 2018 3:05:40 PM

      Summary of the ATRI “Analysis of the Operational Costs of Trucking” 2017 Report

      Mar 6, 2018 4:02:54 PM

      Ask the Liability Adjuster

      Feb 27, 2018 3:22:40 PM

      Tips on Continuous Improvement Initiatives

      Feb 20, 2018 3:23:25 PM

      Does Your Company Brand Attract Quality Drivers?

      Feb 6, 2018 3:22:53 PM

      Rollovers

      Jan 30, 2018 3:18:03 PM

      Seasonal Affective Disorder

      Jan 16, 2018 3:27:13 PM

      Winter Safety

      Jan 9, 2018 2:17:48 PM

      Jackknifes

      Jan 2, 2018 3:33:33 PM

      Time to Discuss Winter Driving Hazards

      Dec 26, 2017 3:22:59 PM

      Maintain Business Continuity with Proactive Facility Inspections

      Dec 19, 2017 3:28:26 PM

      Avoiding Right Turn Squeeze Crashes

      Dec 12, 2017 3:33:16 PM

      Preventing Run Under Crashes

      Dec 5, 2017 3:35:54 PM

      Ask the Workers' Compensation Underwriter

      Nov 28, 2017 3:28:47 PM

      Seven Elements of Successful Risk Management

      Nov 21, 2017 3:23:06 PM

      Shop/Warehouse Safety: Proper Lifting

      Nov 20, 2017 10:00:00 AM

      Sanitary Transportation of Human and Animal Food

      Nov 7, 2017 3:22:00 PM

      Driver Safety: Proper Lifting

      Oct 31, 2017 3:00:00 PM

      Ask the Safety Rep: Does the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) allow a motor carrier to purge certain documents from the driver's qualification file?

      Oct 24, 2017 3:00:00 PM

      Avoiding Crashes at Railroad Crossings

      Oct 19, 2017 10:00:00 AM

      The FMCSA & E-Logs: Know the Rules and Consequences

      Oct 17, 2017 3:00:00 PM

      Office Safety: Proper Lifting

      Oct 10, 2017 3:00:00 PM

      Four Keys to Building a Fleet of Quality Drivers

      Oct 3, 2017 3:00:00 PM

      Time to Discuss Fall Driving Hazards

      Sep 26, 2017 2:52:15 PM

      Broaden Your Fleet's Field of View with Fender-Mounted Mirrors

      Sep 19, 2017 2:56:49 PM

      Space Management

      Sep 14, 2017 2:45:51 PM

      Shop Safety: Fall Prevention

      Sep 6, 2017 9:00:31 PM

      Are You Ready? The Time Is Now – ELD FAQs

      Sep 5, 2017 4:54:10 PM

      Mirror Use

      Aug 31, 2017 9:39:13 AM

      Are You Ready? The Time Is Now – ELD Return on Investment

      Aug 29, 2017 4:23:35 PM

      Ask the PDC Adjuster

      Aug 23, 2017 11:34:45 AM

      Cargo: Don't Break the Seal

      Aug 23, 2017 7:58:12 AM

      Are You Ready? The Time Is Now – Actual Implementation of ELDs

      Aug 23, 2017 7:39:58 AM

      Preventing Lane Change Crashes

      Aug 17, 2017 10:22:01 AM

      Tips for Safe Driving During the Solar Eclipse

      Aug 16, 2017 9:34:03 AM

      Are You Ready? The Time Is Now – ELD Rollout in Phases

      Aug 16, 2017 9:24:44 AM

      Driver Safety: Fall Prevention

      Aug 10, 2017 12:28:53 PM

      Are You Ready? The Time Is Now – ELD Training Begins at the Top

      Aug 8, 2017 4:48:59 PM

      Ask the Safety Rep: How Does the New OSHA Final Rule on Walking-Working Surfaces Affect the Trucking Industry?

      Aug 2, 2017 3:24:10 PM

      Are You Ready? The Time Is Now - The Successful Transition from Paper to Electronic Logs

      Aug 1, 2017 2:47:03 PM

      How Engineering Controls Help Manage Risk

      Jul 26, 2017 2:37:45 PM

      Are You Ready? The Time Is Now - Helpful Hints for Choosing an ELD System and Vendor

      Jul 25, 2017 2:29:11 PM

      Office Safety: Fall Prevention

      Jul 19, 2017 4:10:27 PM

      Are You Ready? The Time Is Now - ELD Mandate Breakdown

      Jul 18, 2017 1:25:00 PM

      Time to Discuss Summer Driving Hazards

      Jul 3, 2017 9:56:20 PM

      CVSA Brake Safety Day Date Announced

      Jun 28, 2017 8:18:46 AM

      Real-Time Industry Apps Alleviate Driver Parking Woes

      Jun 20, 2017 3:58:13 PM

      How Leadership Can Help Prevent Rear-End Crashes

      Jun 16, 2017 3:08:49 PM

      U.S. Supreme Court Rejects OOIDA’s ELD Appeal

      Jun 13, 2017 1:59:23 PM

      Ask the Underwriter: How Does Driver Quality Affect Underwriting Decisions

      Jun 6, 2017 2:45:08 PM

      Communication Techniques to Prevent Driver Distraction

      May 30, 2017 2:19:28 PM

      Avoiding Trip Injuries Around the Truck

      May 23, 2017 1:16:42 PM

      Preventing Rear-End Crashes

      May 10, 2017 10:11:43 AM

      Ask the Safety Rep: What Is The New Drug and Alcohol Testing Rule For Motor Carriers Who Lease Drivers From a Staffing Agency?

      May 2, 2017 4:10:17 PM

      How to Calculate Proper Following Distance Part 2

      Apr 25, 2017 12:49:21 PM

      How to Calculate Proper Following Distance Part 1

      Apr 18, 2017 1:48:13 PM

      Leadership's Role In Addressing Driver Distractions

      Apr 12, 2017 9:00:00 AM

      2017 CVSA International Roadcheck Dates Announced

      Apr 11, 2017 1:41:36 PM

      Avoiding Trip Injuries Around The Shop And Warehouse

      Apr 5, 2017 11:30:14 AM

      Time to Discuss Spring Driving Hazards

      Mar 22, 2017 9:03:30 AM

      Be Proactive by Targeting Critical Crashes

      Mar 14, 2017 3:51:03 PM

      Ask A Safety Representative: Can Some Be Exempt from Using ELDs?

      Mar 1, 2017 8:28:17 AM

      Regulatory Updates to Be Aware Of

      Feb 21, 2017 2:42:53 PM

      What You Need to Know About the Federal Clearing House For Drug and Alcohol Test Results

      Feb 14, 2017 2:39:24 PM

      Things to Consider When Selecting an ELD

      Feb 7, 2017 1:57:38 PM

      Keep Focused On Winter Weather Hazards

      Jan 31, 2017 2:23:05 PM

      Preserving the Crash Scene

      Jan 24, 2017 10:13:00 AM

      Nine Ways to Fight Fatigue out on the Open Road

      Jan 17, 2017 1:29:56 PM

      Preparing for a Roadside Inspection

      Jan 12, 2017 9:24:36 AM

      Check Tire Pressure

      Jan 3, 2017 11:00:00 AM

      Recruiting vs. Retention: How to Keep Your Best Truck Drivers

      Dec 28, 2016 9:52:53 AM

      Going from Moment to Momentum

      Dec 20, 2016 11:02:48 AM

      Visually Clearing Intersections

      Dec 5, 2016 3:50:47 PM

      The Top Six Things You Need to Know About the FMCSA Final Rule on Federal Clearinghouse for Driver Drug and Alcohol Test Results

      Nov 29, 2016 2:56:21 PM

      Professionalism

      Nov 22, 2016 9:03:16 AM

      Driver Safety Meetings: To Conduct or Not To Conduct

      Nov 15, 2016 9:43:50 AM

      Winter is Coming, Are You Ready?

      Nov 8, 2016 11:07:24 AM

      Prevent Cargo Theft Over Thanksgiving

      Nov 1, 2016 10:21:43 AM

      Ask A Safety Representative

      Oct 18, 2016 10:55:46 AM

      Implementing a Post-Crash Investigation Process

      Oct 11, 2016 11:55:00 AM

      Preventing Cargo Thefts

      Oct 4, 2016 10:00:58 AM

      Confined Spaces are Dangerous Places

      Sep 28, 2016 10:36:39 AM

      Fire Safety for Commercial Motor Vehicles

      Sep 14, 2016 10:26:35 AM

      Margin of Safety

      Sep 1, 2016 3:52:38 PM

      Drink Up!

      Aug 25, 2016 9:35:38 AM

      Powerful Pennies: The Importance of Investing and Sticking With It

      Aug 18, 2016 11:45:00 AM

      Tire Safety Tips

      Aug 4, 2016 3:21:48 PM

      Help Prevent Rear-End Crashes

      Jul 28, 2016 9:37:47 AM

      Near-Miss Reporting

      Jul 25, 2016 5:24:38 PM

      FMCSA Delays Unified Registration System Until January 14, 2017

      Jul 20, 2016 2:19:18 PM

      Where’s the Cargo?

      Jul 15, 2016 12:57:09 PM

      Be a Mentor

      Jun 30, 2016 11:40:02 AM

      Control Environmental Workplace Hazards

      Jun 16, 2016 4:30:49 PM

      How to Avoid U-Turns

      May 26, 2016 2:09:17 PM

      Test Time: Top 10 Road Test Tips

      May 19, 2016 2:31:22 PM

      Cell Phone Reminder: Hang Up and Drive

      May 12, 2016 11:34:48 AM

      Refrigerated Carriers: Regulation Temperature Sensitive Loads

      May 5, 2016 11:37:29 AM

      Tips for Crossing Railroad Tracks Safely

      Apr 14, 2016 12:46:15 PM

      Mobile Learning: Are You and Your Team on Board?

      Mar 31, 2016 1:06:47 PM

      Tips to Bolster the Level of Customer Service

      Mar 24, 2016 2:23:48 PM

      Ask a Safety Rep: What is Respiratory Protection?

      Feb 25, 2016 12:43:37 PM

      Driver Safety Programs: Save Money By Reducing Crashes

      Feb 4, 2016 11:01:00 AM

      Do Your Training and Education Efforts Get The Thumbs Up From Your Employees?

      Jan 21, 2016 11:00:00 AM

      Do Your Employees Share Your Values?

      Jan 14, 2016 11:00:00 AM

      7 Steps to Help Prevent Shop Injuries

      Jan 7, 2016 11:00:00 AM

      Top 10 Critical Issues Facing the Trucking Industry

      Dec 31, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      CSA/SMS Under Control? Now It's Back to the Basics

      Dec 17, 2015 4:28:52 PM

      Handling Driver Objections At Safety Meetings

      Dec 10, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Even the Great Ones Watch the Game Tape

      Dec 3, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Winter Weather: Slip and Fall Prevention Safety Tips

      Nov 12, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      How to Get and Keep Good Truck Drivers

      Nov 5, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Caution, Caution, Caution: Animal Crossing

      Oct 29, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      What is the Difference between Aggressive Driving and Road Rage?

      Oct 22, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Safety Backing Techniques

      Oct 8, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Ask a Safety Rep: Can I Use Retreaded Tires on the Steer Axle?

      Oct 1, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Reduce Crashes: Driver-Related Root Causes of Crashes

      Sep 24, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Decision Driving: Are You Making the Right Decisions?

      Sep 10, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Security Alert: 3D Printing - Counterfeit High Security Bolt Seals

      Aug 27, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Stay Hydrated this Summer: Say No to Soda, Yes to Water

      Aug 20, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Brake Safety Week: September 6-12, 2015

      Aug 13, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Heads Up: 6 Things to Remember When it Comes to Overhead Clearance

      Aug 6, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Stay Cool. Best Practices for Refrigerated Cargo

      Jul 30, 2015 10:30:00 AM

      Complacency 101: The Cause and Cure

      Jul 23, 2015 10:30:00 AM

      Intrastate vs. Interstate: Which is Which?

      Jul 23, 2015 10:30:00 AM

      Cargo Theft Prevention Tips: Don't Let It Happen to You

      Jul 16, 2015 10:30:00 AM

      Planning for Emergencies: Always be Prepared

      Jul 9, 2015 10:30:00 AM

      Why Front-Line Management Must Support Safety

      Jun 18, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Ask a Safety Rep: What Should I include in my New Employee Orientation for drivers?

      Jun 11, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      How to Minimize the Hazards of Welding Operations

      Jun 4, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      7 Things to Remember for Driver Safety Award Programs, Bonuses, and Incentives

      May 28, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Taking Pictures at the Scene of a Collision: Bad or Good Idea?

      May 21, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      To Swerve or Not to Swerve: That is the Question

      May 14, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Be Good to Yourself: How to Avoid Back Pain

      May 7, 2015 11:00:00 AM

      Should You Use On-Board/In-Vehicle Cameras?

      Apr 14, 2015 3:33:00 PM

      Ask a Safety Rep: What's Included in Post-Collision Testing?