Modern-day slavery, or human trafficking exists whenever people are bought and sold for forced labor or commercial sex. Around the world, it is estimated that there are over 40 million slaves today. Human trafficking has been reported in all fifty states, and the number of victims in the United States is estimated in the hundreds […]
Safety Bulletin: Winter Driving Tips
Remember these winter driving tips to help keep you, your drivers, and others safe on the roads: Ice on your windshield means ice on the road Keep an eye on the temperature Look for spray coming from other vehicles There is no load worth your life Watch for warning signs Carry supplies Do not follow […]
National Traffic Incident Response Awareness Week: November 9-15
Every day, firefighters, EMS, and other first responders rush to thousands of traffic incidents. Yet while these responders are working to save lives, they face the risk of being struck while on the scene. Sadly, 44 emergency responders were struck and killed by vehicles in 2019. National Traffic Incident Response Awareness Week takes place November […]
FOCUS Program to Help Small to Mid-Sized Fleets Build Safety Cultures
In accordance with Vision Zero, New York City and Together for Safer Roads created a new safety training program for small and mid-sized fleets. The FOCUS Program supports businesses by providing training on personnel management and how to work with data and technology indispensable skills in the modern workforce. The goal of the FOCUS program […]
FMCSA Announces New Commercial Driver Panel to Provide Feedback on Critical Issues and Initiatives
The US Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrator (FMCSA) announced the launch of a new panel to its Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee (MCSAC) comprised of commercial motor vehicle drivers. This panel will provide direct feedback to FMCSA on key issues facing the industry through the eyes of actual drivers Such as […]