Trucking Safety and Compliance

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) recently announced that it cannot assure motorists that major highway will be without delays after uncharacteristically cold weather hit the region, the Clarion Ledger reports.

Truck drivers often work long hours and sometimes throughout the night to carry cargo all over the country. As a result, they are constantly balancing work and rest.

Officials from Milton Trans recently held a trucker's safety meeting to discuss the proposed changes to the hours of service brought on by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the Standard-Journal reports.

There are few industries that have not been affected by this week's winter weather, which is impacting a large portion of the country.

Truck drivers are often tasked with carrying cargo all over the country.

Individuals who are considering a career in the transportation industry may soon have new criteria to meet.

For many managers of transportation companies, it is difficult to keep track of various trucks that are picking up and delivering goods across the country.

Many commercial vehicle operators are aware that CSA 2010 was implemented last month.

Because commercial vehicle operators spend the majority of their time on the road, they may not have the time or resources to stay up-to-speed on the most recent changes to the laws and regulations that govern their industry.

Although truck driving is a fairly autonomous jobs, many professionals in this field have others - such as their friends and families - on their mind when they are on the road.