The Dashboard

In episode 17, we answer this all-too-common question: What's the difference between a criminal background check and a pre-employment background check?

In episode 16, we discuss how to reduce your employee onboarding time and why it is critical to the satisfaction of your entire workforce — not just new hires.

Episode 15 concludes our mini-series that covers complex DOT compliance topics for those who may be new to managing DOT compliance.

Episode 14 is perfect for those who may be new to the world DOT compliance or maybe just need a refresher.

In episode 13, we explain how the truck driver job application can make the DOT driver qualification file creation process easier.

In episode 12, we're reviewing the post-accident DOT drug and alcohol testing process, now that the summer travel season is here and the chances of accidents are unfortunately higher.

In episode 11, we'll reveal four of the most common DOT driver qualification file mistakes and the easy steps you can take to avoid making them with your drivers' records.

In episode 10, we discuss everything you need to know about the MCS-150 or Motor Carrier Identification Report update, why it’s important, and how to get it done quickly.

In episode 9, we discuss the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse-II and the impact the new regulation will have on drivers and companies that employ commercial drivers.

In episode 8, we share our top tips to lower your commercial insurance costs, reduce risk, and stay DOT-compliant, despite rising premiums.

In episode seven, we discuss how your company's risk of a DOT audit can go up after Roadcheck inspections, what offsite DOT audits involve, and how to increase your chances of passing them.

In episode six, we reveal the perks and drawbacks of becoming an owner-operator to help you make one of the biggest decisions of your trucking career.

In episode five, we review the results of last year's International Roadcheck inspections to help you avoid vehicle and driver violations during Roadcheck 2024.

In episode four, we'll discuss what's involved in a roadside DOT inspection, how to lower your risk of being selected for inspections, and increase your chances of passing them, if you are selected.

In episode three, we dive into how to prepare for Roadcheck 2024, especially considering inspectors can run queries in the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse on your drivers if they're pulled over for an inspection.

In episode two, we're providing an overview of requirements for the 2024 CVSA International Roadcheck to help you get your drivers and vehicles ready for the inspection blitz.

In episode one of The Dashboard, we're discussing how to prepare for Roadcheck 2024 and the DOT driver qualification file requirements for this year.