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What is Form BOC-3

One of the many things we specialize in at www.uscomplianceservices.org is Form BOC-3 and understanding the rules and regulations the FMCSA requires all motor carriers, brokers, and freight forwarders. Brokers who are registering for the first time must apply for broker authority with the FMCSA via the Unified Registration System (URS) as of December 12,…

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Biennial Updates: When To File?

Biennial Updates are one of many pieces of paperwork operators must frequently manage. Luckily for you, US Compliance Services is here to help! The FMCSA collects and stores information about every commercial vehicle. This information is tied to your DOT Number. The FMCSA can levy fines if you fail to update or provide inaccurate information.…

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DOT Number: Do You Need One?

It’s easy to get confused with all the regulations surrounding DOT number requirements. Luckily, US Compliance Services is here to help guide you through the red tape and make the process seamless. The FMCSA is the governing body under the Department of Transportation in charge of commercial vehicle safety. They set the regulations for commercial…

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Underride Guards: NHTSA Mandate

NHTSA announce mandatory underride protection for truck trailers. “NHTSA’s priority is the safety of everyone on our roads,” said Dr. Steven Cliff, NHTSA’s Administrator. “This new rule [mandatory underride guards] will improve protection for passengers and drivers of passenger vehicles while also meeting a critical mandate from Congress under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.” https://www.nhtsa.gov/press-releases/underride-protection-truck-trailers Crash-collisions…

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Speed Limiters: Are They Beneficial?

FMCSA announced federally mandated speed limiters. The National Roadway Safety Strategy identified speed as a significant factor in fatal crashes and speed management as a primary tool to reduce serious injuries and fatalities. https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/regulations/speed-limiters Limiting commercial vehicle Crash-Collisions has always been the primary goal of the FMCSA. Obviously every owner-operator has this same idea in…

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RoadCheck 2022 – Only 9 Days Away!

What You Need to Know. RoadCheck 2022 is almost here.  If you are only hearing about this now, US Compliance Services is here to help.  In this article we will cover all the important things to know about RoadCheck 2022. Why Should I Care about RoadCheck 2022? No one wants more hassle in their lives.…

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Alcohol Awareness Month

Alcohol Awareness Month started in 1987.     A big part of the work of Alcohol Awareness Month is to point out the stigma that still surrounds alcoholism and substance abuse in general. For many, denial is a common trait among those struggling with alcoholism or alcohol abuse.1 They often underestimate the amount they drink, the…

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Distracted Driving Awareness Month

It’s already April, which is hard to believe in itself. But, even more astonishing are the statistics related to Distracted Driving. From 2012 to 2020 approximately 29,000 people died in the United States of America. All of which were involving distracted driving. In the year 2020 alone 8% of all fatal crashes involved distracted driving. …

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Preparing for a Trucking DOT Audit

Knowing that you are about to face a federal Department of Transportation (DOT) audit on your commercial motor vehicle (CMV) business is always alarming. Even if you’ve been maintaining your records and following all the rules and regulations required, it’s human nature to feel wary and nervous beforehand. Since DOT gives very little notice of…

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