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Transportation: New Rule Holds Intermodal Equipment Providers Accountable for Safety with Marking, Inspection Requirements
March 2010
In December 2009, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) began enforcing the Intermodal Equipment Final Rule. . . . more »

News Note: Truck and Bus Companies Now Subject to New Federal, California Rules
February 2010
Commercial trucking and passenger-carrier operations are subject to new state and federal rules aimed at . . . more »

News Note: California School Receives Commercial Driver Training Grant
July 2008
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has awarded $1 million in grants to nine technical and community colleges nationwide to enhance classroom safety curricula and behind-the-wheel training . . . more »

Fleet Safety: Who's in the Driver's Seat? Tips for Selecting Safe Drivers and Maintaining Their Skills
June 2008
One of your fleet safety program's key elements is the person sitting in the driver's seat. Although you may do your best to ensure that your fleet is equipped with the latest safety features and is properly maintained, it's the operator of each vehicle who will ultimately . . . more »

News Notes: New Rule Makes Highway Signs Brighter, Safer
February 2008
States must use higher-performing reflective materials on all highway signs under a new U.S. Department of Transportation rule to make highway signs more visible. . . . more »

Transportation: Final Rule on Work Zone Safety and Mobility Becomes Effective This Month
October 2007
Three years ago, the U.S. Department of Transportation published a final rule amending its regulations governing traffic safety and mobility in highway and street work zones. All state and local governments that receive federal funding for road improvement projects have to comply with these new requirements, . . . more »