DOT Compliance

Stay DOT Compliant with these trucking tips and reminders from Office Tenders Inc., your DOT paperwork service provider.

IFTA Filing Deadline Quickly Approaching

If you operate a motor vehicle that crosses state lines, you are required to file International Fuel Taxes quarterly. The fourth quarter taxes from 2014 are due right around the corner on January 31st – are you ready? Don’t forget … Read More

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Hauling Hazardous Materials? Be Prepared for an Extensive DOT Audit!

Department of Transportation (DOT) audits can be stressful and time consuming for trucking companies, especially ones who aren’t well prepared. The best thing a carrier can do is to stay up-to-date on all trucking regulations, complete all paperwork and follow … Read More

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Driver Vehicle Inspection Report Rule Change

In an industry overflowing with paperwork requirements, one less daily obligation can make a big difference. This is the hope for the proposed change to the Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) requirement that is expected to go into effect on … Read More

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Dealing With DOT Drug & Alcohol Test Failures

In 2013, 1,240 random CMV roadside inspections resulted in violations for use or possession of controlled substances. 2,095 inspections ended in a CMV driver being placed on immediate out-of-service for alcohol consumption. Trucking companies know that they must partake in … Read More

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Developing a Trucking Company DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy

Of the many DOT paperwork requirements, your trucking companies drug and alcohol policy is one of the most important documents you will use. This company policy is necessary to clearly outline what you expect of your truck drivers. It also … Read More

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Reminder Service Helps Avoid Lapses in CMV Drivers Medical Cards

Having trouble keeping track of when drivers physical exams are due? Office Tenders can help be sending timely reminders and all the necessary paperwork well in advance of when a driver’s physical is due. Most interstate drivers must have their … Read More

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Commercial Driver License Notification Regulations

A CDL trucker in North Carolina was recently indicted for not accurately notifying his employers about past accidents and traffic violations when applying for the driving position. Drivers can use this as a reminder about the importance of honesty on … Read More

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Avoid a Fleet Shut Down with 3rd Party Paperwork Compliance Services

DOT and FMCSA paperwork regulations are not getting any easier. In fact, they are cracking down on trucking fleets that bend the rules or fail to comply with paperwork regulations. Don’t let your fleet be one of these! Get started … Read More

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Do You Need a DOT Drug & Alcohol Random Test Service Agent?

The many DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations can be overwhelming, especially for new CDL drivers or owner-operators. When it comes to DOT mandated random drug and alcohol tests, hiring a third-party service provider can simplify this requirement for both … Read More

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3 Ways Truckers Can Avoid Accruing Fines

Do Not Speed: Speeding on the highway is the easiest way for truckers to obtain unnecessary tickets and fines. Always monitor your speedometer to ensure you are driving at a law-abiding speed. Check Weight: Overweight trucks can accrue their drivers … Read More

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