Commercial Surety 101: Why Contractors Need to Be Licensed and Bonded
Most states require contractors to be licensed to obtain permits for projects. State and local jurisdictions may also require contractors to be bonded in order to ...
01/21/21
How Truckers Can Fight Trafficking
Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT) is an organization committed to its mission of educating, equipping, empowering, and mobilizing members of the trucking, bus, ...
01/20/21
4 Tips To Help Prepare For Your Next Inspection
Vince Lombardi, the storied head coach of the Green Bay Packers, once said, 鈥淭he will to win is not nearly so important as the will to prepare to win.鈥� The same ...
01/18/21
What if Culture is Not Your Problem?
When a motor carrier starts seeing a trend in vehicle crashes, employee injuries, or even turnover, it is easy to look at the company鈥檚 culture as the cause and ...
01/15/21
Balancing the Importance of Data & Metrics While Avoiding Analysis Paralysis
We are all familiar with the terms 鈥渄ata is king鈥�, 鈥渂ig data鈥�, 鈥渄ashboards鈥�, and 鈥渨hat gets measured, gets done鈥�. In recent years, data and metrics have entered ...
01/14/21
Aging and the Dangers of Winter Driving
The winter months bring shorter days and increased driving hazards due to adverse weather. The change in seasonn can be difficult to adjust to, especially for ...
01/08/21
Annual Clearinghouse Queries Due January 5, 2021
A reminder that motor carriers' annual Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse queries are due Jan. 5, 2021. Per 搂382.701, ...
12/22/20
Understanding the Claim Process for Bonds vs. Insurance
The claims process for surety bonds is considerably different from the process for an insurance claim. One significant distinction is which party is ultimately ...
12/04/20
Holiday Storage Hacks
The holidays wouldn't be the same without festive decorations and present wrapping. But storing these items for the rest of the year can take up a lot of space. ...
12/02/20
Ask the Safety Rep: Starting an Incentive Program
An employee safety incentive program, if part of a larger risk management strategy, can enhance your safety culture. On the other hand, if not designed, ...
12/02/20