Safety Corner

Marc Moncion
May 19, 2020

FMCSA Announces Hours of Service Final Rule Changes

The FMCSA announces HOS Final Rule changes “to provide greater flexibility for drivers subject to those rules without adversely affecting safety”.

Marc Moncion
March 31, 2020

Update on COVID-19: FAQs on Emergency Declaration Part 2

FMCSA has created a link on their website with FAQs that are specific to the COVID 19 Emergency Declaration.

Marc Moncion
March 31, 2020

Update on COVID-19: DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing

The new guidance on compliance with the DOT and drug and alcohol testing programs will apply while the U.S. is under the National Emergency Declaration.

Marc Moncion
March 30, 2020

Ontario Announces Temporary Options for Provincial Trucking Companies

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) announced temporary options for trucking companies that operate in Ontario only, including HOS.

Marc Moncion
March 27, 2020

Update on COVID-19: Freight Transport Exemption in Canada

Transport Canada has approved an essential Hours of Service (HOS) ‘Freight Transportation Exemption’ until April 30, 2020, at minimum.

Marc Moncion
March 26, 2020

Update on COVID-19: Expiring Commercial Driver’s Licenses & Permits

Due to the spread of COVID-19, FMCSA extends the validity of expiring commercial driver's licenses and permits until June 2020.