When is “Off-Duty” really “On-Duty”?
The Court ruled that a team driver who is on duty for 24 hours or more must be compensated for any time above eight hours spent in the sleeper berth.
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Truck Parking Getting Renewed Attention
At the Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C. earlier this month, planners advanced several proposals to address the truck parking shortage.
Vail, Colorado Outlaws Delivery Trucks
The Town of Vail has passed an ordinance aimed at ridding its Vail Village and Lionshead neighborhoods of all delivery trucks.
Coaching Corner: Handling Your Drivers’ Inattention
In reviewing hundreds of videos every day, ICSA’s safety consultants are seeing an increase in distracted/inattentive driving.
Cargo Theft Amping Up in 2024
Cargo thefts were up over 1,200% in the second half of 2023, with food ranked as the top stolen cargo.
U.S. Department of Labor Releases Final Rule on Independent Contractors
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has published its 339-page final rule on how workers will be considered as “employees” or as “independent contractors” under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA or Act).
SmartDrive Camera Subscriptions Payments Change January 2024
Late last week, members should have received a letter from Mohave Insurance which included an attached letter from ICSA.
Stay Safe Come What May
Beyond that, ICSA recommends preparing a kit with useful items that can help you be more comfortable and can even help you survive.
Drug and Alcohol Violations Equal CDL Downgrades
Effective November 18, 2024, commercial vehicle drivers in a “prohibited” status in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse will lose their commercial driving privileges unless they complete the return-to-duty (RTD) process.