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Starting a trucking business entails understanding and meeting the stringent requirements of the Department of Transportation from its very first day. For example, a new carrier must have a USDOT number, obtain motor carrier operating authority, and complete Unified Carrier Registration all prior to operating on highways. Patient safety culture establishes early on assists in the reduction of violations, imposes fewer fines, and ensures smooth roadside inspections and compliance reviews.
Starting entrants are under FMCSA surveillance and expected to undergo safety audit within the initial 12 months of operation. It goes without saying, accurate and complete records must include driver qualification files, proof of financial responsibility, BOC-3 filings, and updates on MCS-150 to pass. With a well-documented system, and well-organized compliance program, one is safeguarded from the loss of operating authority, while also proving commitment to safety.
While that is done, it should be noted that a DOT physical examination should be completed at every driver's level and that they should participate in drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment and random screening. Besides, new carriers should put in place enforceable Hours of Service regulations using compliant electronic logging devices against fatigue-related violations. Clear policies and monitoring during onboarding training assist in these events.
It covers, of course, DOT compliance for trucks and trailers. Every carrier will have to submit a daily vehicle inspection report, have a preventive maintenance schedule, document repair history, and undergo annual vehicle inspection. Collectively, proactive fleet safety programs help in the avoidance of out-of-service orders during roadside inspections while reducing breakdowns and improving fuel efficiency.
Besides safety, a new trucking company will also have to register for IRP plates, comply with IFTA fuel tax reporting, maintain sufficient insurance, and keep that authority in status quo. Compliance must be regarded as a permanent operational priority and not just as a one-time thing to be set in place. Having everything aligned in terms of paperwork, training, and safety systems sets the foundation of reliable growth with lower risk and higher shipper confidence.
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