Guide to Texas Trucking Laws and Regulations
A complete guide to trucking laws and regulations to educate you on the differences and help you stay informed.
A complete guide to trucking laws and regulations to educate you on the differences and help you stay informed.
In late 2014, the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) released a report detailing a disruptive cyber attack at an unnamed steel mill facility. The attack—which was deployed through a combination of social engineering tactics and malware— compromised several of the steel mill’s industrial control components. From there, equipment breakdowns and production outages ensued, resulting in extensive property destruction.
What can companies do to lower the likelihood of a claim related to fleet drivers? Let's look at some fleet risk management best practices.
Spring can bring about some of the year’s most dangerous weather and wreak havoc on many aspects of a company’s operations. This article discusses the weather threats to watch out for during spring and measures businesses can take to minimize damage.
Slips, trips and falls are some of the most commonly occurring accidents for agricultural workers. These serious and often preventable incidents can result in significant injuries or death. Workers should be aware of these helpful tips to reduce their risk of injuries from falls at work:
Backing up a vehicle, whether it is a heavy dump truck or a small automobile, can be a difficult task with a lot of dangers involved. In fact, many accidents occur when vehicles are backing up at only 5 mph. This can be due to blind spots, poor planning or lack of skill. Fortunately, these dangers can be minimized by following proper precautions. Review this guidance for best practices on safely backing up vehicles at the construction site.
An employer receives a written citation when it violates OSHA standards or regulations. The citation will describe the particular nature of the violation and will include a reference to the provision of the chapter, standard, rule, regulation or order the employer violated.
One of the joys of the trucking business is the ability to travel across the country and experience the beauty of different roads from coast to coast. However, this also means you must prepare for various types of driving conditions.
OSHA recently revealed its top 10 most frequently cited standards in the 2024 fiscal year using preliminary data. This information is valuable for businesses of all kinds, as it helps them identify common exposures that affect their workforce and gives them the information they need to plan their compliance programs.
To help drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) remain safe and keep trucking businesses in compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and Hazardous Materials Regulations, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration records the number of violations discovered through roadside inspections conducted by Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program inspectors.