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Newsby StaffDecember 28, 2009

Mixed results for Operation Safe Driver campaign

Despite some improvements, results also showed an increase in moving traffic warnings and citations for all drivers, which shows more work is needed to educate both passenger and commercial vehicle drivers about operating their vehicles more safely.

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Newsby StaffDecember 17, 2009

FMCSA raises new bus co. requirements

Final rule raises the compliance standards for passing new entrant safety audits and requires that new carriers correct safety deficiencies before being granted permanent registration.

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Newsby StaffDecember 10, 2009

Sec. LaHood announces driver screening program

By using driver safety information during pre-employment screening, motor carriers will be able to better assess potential safety risks of a prospective driver-employee, and drivers will have additional opportunities to verify the data in their driving history and correct any discrepancies.

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Newsby StaffNovember 20, 2009

NTSB issues safety recommendations

Address tire pressure monitoring systems, occupant protection systems, overhead luggage racks and applicant screening.

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Newsby StaffNovember 6, 2009

Senate confirms Ferro to head FMCSA

Anne Ferro is currently president of the Maryland Motor Truck Association and serves on several regional advisory committees relating to freight planning, highway safety and transportation funding.

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Newsby StaffOctober 26, 2009

FMCSA conducts 1st drug, alcohol strike force

Investigators examined the drug and alcohol safety records of commercial drivers employed by bus companies, including school bus drivers, interstate passenger carriers, hazardous material transporters and general freight long-haul trucking companies.

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Newsby StaffOctober 26, 2009

U.S. DOT launches Safety Council

Secretary LaHood created the Safety Council to serve that broad-based safety leadership role and help break down organizational stovepipes, enabling an even stronger safety culture.

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Newsby StaffOctober 20, 2009

NTSB makes recs to curb sleep apnea

Recommendations call for FMCSA to identify and provide guidance for commercial drivers suffering from obstructive sleep apnea.

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Newsby StaffOctober 14, 2009

CVSA, FMCSA launch driver safety campaign

Operation Safe Driver is a national awareness and enforcement campaign that targets improving both commercial and non-commercial driver behavior and performance through effective enforcement, education and awareness strategies.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2009

FMCSA to launch driver pre-employment screening

By using driver safety information during pre-employment screening, motor carriers will be able to better assess potential safety risks of a prospective driver-employee, and drivers will have additional opportunities to verify the data in their driving history and correct any discrepancies.

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