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It's beginning to look like every state is finding one or two specific things to go after.:(

Just because you didn't get any citations or points on your license doesn't mean you didn't get any points on your CSA 2010score. The state sends the violation info to the FMCSA who then applies the points to your score. Even a written warning will get you points. I know we are required to...

The DOT officer should have given you a Driver/Vehicle Examination Report. If it was on the report you probably got the points. (It takes about 6 weeks for the points to show up) The report also would state if you passed or failed. You can challenge points by going to...

I sent you a PM.

I've been informed by a reliable source and qualified DOT inspector that the Speedco and SC DOT were both wrong in there interpretation of this reg. There is a federal regulation that discusses the tape so arranged on a trailer and that is in part 393.13. Nowhere does it mention anything...

Linda, I failed a Speedco DOT Annual Inspection because I did not have the L reflectors at the top of the doors. After leaving the Speedco I had the tape applied and was reinspected and passed. A few days later I talked with a SC DOT inspector and asked about the requirements for a straight...

We bought a 100' roll from a trailer supply company. It is marked DOT approved on the tape. Got it on ebay for $64.95.

We are in the process of replacing all the reflective tape on the rear of our straight truck. Peeled all the old stuff off, sanded the rear bumper and repainted. Getting ready to apply the new tape. The location for this tape is covered under FMCSA 393.11. There is a nice drawing of a straight...

We feel the same way. We live in Florida and have only gotten loads (that I can remember) to Florida 4 times in 2.5 years. One time we did decline a load, the dispatcher called and asked why. We told her we were going to DH to Florida. 5 minutes later we got an opp going to Orlando. It was low...

Davekc, Congratulations to you and your drivers for maintaining and operating your vehicles in a truly professional manner.

There are a lot of good posts in the FedEx CC forum on CSA 2010. Also, our roving safety officer is very knowledagable on CSA 2010 and other subjects.

I've gotten a few response via PM's but no definite answers. I sent an email to my recruiter asking the same questions but have not yet received a reply. My main reason for the post was to find out what coverage we get for the money we are paying. I have full VA Medical but my wife could...

Since you stated that the new guys have a completley differently worded contract than you could you elaborate on some of the differences? Do the new guys have forced dispatch where they have to run the low paying loads?

If it were up to the Teamsters all of the kids would be playing with Lincoln Logs and erector sets. Hmm, maybe that's not such a bad idea?

Thanks Frank. Since I am working on getting all my documents together for the end of the year I will add that into my spreadsheet.

Sorry to hear about your problems with a bad fleet owner. It's amazing how many will take advantage of you if they get the chance. The reason so many of us are focused on the inspections is because whoever was driving that truck now has over 100 CSA points. All of those little things add up and...

Maybe I should change my question: Has anyone ever made a claim under the work accident insurance policy? Was the claim paid? What were the circumstances? If there are 1000 trucks in the fleet paying an average of $2000 per year, that's 2 million dollars someone is collecting for something...

Each week we get a sizeable deduction for Work Accident Insurance. (Several thousand dollars so far this year) I know it is required and that it is similar to, but different then Workers Compensation. My question is does anyone know what this actually covers or where I can find out? I assume...

CSA 2010 is real. Full implementation may be delayed again, but the info from roadside inspections, accidents, tickets, etc. is on your record and can be checked by your carrier. Or any carrier or fleet owner you are applying to. With the information Yesteryear supplied about failed DOT...

After getting a Level 2 in Nevada recently I asked the DOT Officer how much training they had been given regarding CSA2010. His answer was "Well, I've heard a little about it, but we don't have any books or training programs yet." He was not aware that it goes back 3 years and had no clue of...