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03/03/2020

Proposed Vehicle Mileage Tax!

There is a proposed Vehicle Mileage Tax, let the Senator know how you feel, read the article, and in that article is a link, speak your mind, and say your piece!

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Right now, the U.S. Senate is debating how to pay for infrastructure reform, and one of the methods they are discussing is extremely harmful to the trucking industry. Your Senator sits on at least one of the key Se...

02/03/2020

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As promised, here is your update on the ELDT! Luckily the deadline has now been pushed back two years! Which is a huge relief, and a great help from the FMCSA!

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01/28/2020

Update on the ELDT (Entry Level Driver Training)

Here is an update on Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT). We'll keep you posted as more come across the board!

An announcement on the future of the entry-level driver training (ELDT) rule appears to be imminent. The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) concluded its review of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administ...

01/28/2020

Inspectors to crack down during 72 hour blitz

The 2020 Roadside Inspection Blitz is coming soon, and is just around the corner!

In this article, you will see a step by step process from beginning to end of how your inspections will go! Inform you drivers, and get ready! Have a safe year, and a good inspection!

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Everything you need to know about the Road-check 2020.

01/28/2020

Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)

Take a closer look at the new Entry Level Driver Training requirements. You'll notice in this blog, there are a few hyperlinks, be sure to follow those as well to fully understand whats happening starting February 7, 2020!

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About the ELDT Final Rule

01/22/2020

How will you use the Clearinghouse?

Are you all set up for the Drug and Alcohol clearinghouse? Have you as a company signed up? How about your drivers? Make sure you sign up! Here is a brief explanation on the clearinghouse filled with links to answer all of your questions!

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Employers, or their designated consortia/third-party administrators (C/TPAs) must now conduct queries, with driver consent, for all prospective CDL drivers, and annually for all currently-employed drivers.

12/03/2019

The year 2019 in Review

A review of 2019 and all of the changes the Regulations saw. Remember to double check and make sure you've made the changes that are necessary!

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In 2019, there were a lot of major regulatory events that most likely impacted your company. Such as:

10/25/2019

OS/OW Permit PSA

This announcement is to inform all carriers that obtaining your OS/OW permits may be a lengthier process than you are used to! It can now take up to 15 business days to get these permits!

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We here at Complete Compliance Services LLC wanted to inform ALL carriers looking to obtain either a "Single Trip or Annual Permit" that the state is having some issues.

10/02/2019

CLEARINGHOUSE REGISTRATION IS NOW AVAILABLE

The new Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is open for registration so you can be ready by January 6, 2020! Don't wait, register now!

Give this article a read, for some hearty information on the registration!

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09/16/2019

FMCSA closes the door on ELD Exemptions

The Deadline to have your ELDs installed is closing in, are you ready? If you have any doubts, read this article! It will tell you about a rejected exemption bill, and much more!

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Hope is quickly fading for all the carriers expecting a last-minute reprieve from electronic logging devices (ELDs).

08/27/2019

DVIRs, or lack of, can still lead to problems!

DVIR tips, tricks, and help for you! Don't forget these are done daily! Always follow up on repairs needed, or that are done!

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While the regulations for driver vehicle inspection reports (DVIRs) changed many years ago, a lot of carriers are still struggling with them. Here is a quick review of the requirements, and a few very important warnings!

07/18/2019

Test Yourself

Test your knowledge on what requires a CDLI Not too challenging but very informal, answers are provided.

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Do the following drivers need a CDL?

07/18/2019

Excise Tax Increase

The NM excise Tax has increased as of July 1st. Take a look at this and see some helpful guidelines, and to see the percentage increase if you don't know yet.

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This update is regarding the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Excise Tax increase from 3% to 4%. This update went into effect July 1, 2019.

05/28/2019

FAQs: Drug and Alcohol testing for CDL drivers

Here are some FAQs about DOT regulated Drug and Alcohol testing! Be sure to follow the link and give this a read, and don't forget the subscribe to receive these via email every time a new post is created! Have a great day!

Maintaining a DOT drug and alcohol program can be challenging for motor carriers. Many questions surround this topic, and for good reason, it's important to make sure your drivers understand the parameters for them to st...

05/07/2019

Coming Soon: FMCSA CDL Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

FMCSA recently established a Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse rule that goes into effect early in 2020. ... The Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is a database created by FMCSA to house drug and alcohol violations for commercial vehicle drivers.

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FMCSA has released new resources to help CDL drivers, their employees, C/TPA's, MRO's, and SAPs prepare for their roles in the forthcoming Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.

05/06/2019

Good morning everyone! All of us here at CCS hope you had a great weekend! Now with Monday, we know that means working, but we love to help you, make your job easier! Stop by, or give us a call if there is anything you have questions on, or if you need us to do it! We're always glad to help out! Lets have a great week! We always appreciate your business, and love when you refer your friends and family!

05/01/2019

Questions about the use of medications by CDL drivers.

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Many drivers ask these types of questions, especially whether a particular drug will disqualify a driver from driving.

04/30/2019

Safety tip

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With Spring comes speed.

04/26/2019

Starting February 7, 2020, drivers who want to upgrade to a Class A license won't need to spend as much time in class, thanks to the new rule from the FMCSA.

The agency has amended it's entry-level driver training rules to chop nearly 27 hours of classroom time for the current holder of a Class B commercial license who want to upgrade to a Class A.

The FMCSA reasoned that drivers who already have experience with a Class B license won't be needing more training on certain activities such as trip planning and drug testing. This reduction is estimated to save over $800 per driver, the agency says.

The agency will allow Class B CDL holders to get special "upgrade" training to obtain their CDL Class A license. The pared-down training will remove eight units involving non-driving activities:

1. Handling and documenting cargo

2. Environmental compliance issues

3. Post-crash procedures

4. External communications

5. Whistleblower/coercion

6. Trip planning

7. Drugs/Alcohol

8. Medical requirements.

The Class A training curriculum is found in Appendix A to part 380. The shortened "upgrade" training will be an option for all Class B CDL holders, no matter when they obtained their license.

04/26/2019

Here at complete compliance we strive to help your business become successful! Do you have questions about our MVD services? give us a call! Do you not understand some of the regulations? Not a worry stop on by we can help you have a better understanding. Do you need some supplies such as Annual Inspections, Reg books, Inspector certs, DVIR's, and more? Stop by we carry them! We're your one stop shop! Hope to see you soon!

04/26/2019

Welcome to Complete Compliance Services LLC

We have our new website up and going now! Please feel free to check it out, and spread the word. We appreciate all of your business! Have a great day, and weekend!

https://ccs-southwest.com/

CCS provides all your companies needs in one stop. CCS supplies all your answers, whether it's MVD, department of transport compliance or credentials.

04/25/2019

Colorado Motor Carriers Association

04/09/2019

ELECTRONIC LOGGING DEVICES


If you are using AOBRDs, you only have until December 16 to transition your full fleet to ELDs.
While we are still in Phase 2 of ELD Implementation, December 16, 2019, is a critical date as the AOBRD grandfather provision expires. This provision allows fleets that had AOBRDs installed in their trucks prior to December 18, 2017, to continue using AOBRDs for two years following the ELD Compliance Date. Beginning December 16, 2019, motor carriers and drivers subject to the ELD rule must use self-certified ELDs that are registered with FMCSA.
Don’t wait—prepare now!
You can take steps now to avoid unforeseen delays, which could result in violations, fines, or drivers being placed out of service. To ensure you are prepared for the deadline:
• Contact your AOBRD provider to discuss options for transitioning to ELDs.
• Research the self-certified, registered ELDs on the market.
• Update your device software and hardware, if needed, to ensure that, by December 16, all devices meet the minimum requirements of the technical specifications in the ELD rule.
• Train your employees, including drivers and administrative staff, on how to use the ELDs you have selected to record, certify, manage, and transfer driver logs.
For more information on ELDs and AOBRDs, as well as tips on choosing a compliant ELD, visit the Drivers and Motor Carriers section of the ELD website.

09/04/2018

The job prospects for commercial truck drivers in the 10-year period ending in 2018 are good, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Demand expected to increase as the economy improves should help the industry.

08/30/2018

Are you the kind of person who hates the idea of a 9 to 5 cubicle job? Truck driving is a great way to have a varied career out of the office, and you have the option to be your own boss as an owner-operator.

08/28/2018

It’s important to remember that there’s a written component to the CDL test in addition to just showing competency behind the wheel. Ensuring you’ve taking a class to prepare you for the test questions will give you peace of mind.

08/23/2018

There are certain specified tests you may be required to get your CDL, depending on what type of truck you will be certified to drive. These include a hazardous materials test, passenger transport test, combinations vehicles test, and tank vehicles test.

08/21/2018

Even in a stagnant job market, there are always truck driving jobs available. Training and licensing is a relatively easy process, and you will be in an industry that pays well and is relatively secure.

08/16/2018

Semi truck engines are about six times larger than those found in passenger vehicles in terms of both size and weight. The engine of an average car uses between 100-200 horsepower. The average tractor-trailer engine uses 400-600 horsepower.

08/14/2018

Truck driving has always been open to both men and women. In fact, the first long-distance truck drivers were woman. Today, the numbers of women entering the profession is increasing at a steady rate, as it provides great work for great pay.

08/09/2018

Is there a difference between performing basic control skills in a big truck and the road test? Virtually every state has three steps to the skills test. Performing basic skills, such as backing up to a loading dock, is one of the steps. The skills test usually starts with a vehicle inspection and ends with the road test.

08/07/2018

One of the great things about truck driving school is that you often will determine how fast you can graduate. If you already have significant commercial driving experience, you may find that you can graduate much sooner than you thought.

08/02/2018

Did you know that there is a National Truck Driver Appreciation Week? Well, it’s true. Celebrated during the third week of September every year, it was established to remind us of how important truck drivers are to the economic health of the country.

07/31/2018

A student should expect to complete 152 hours of combined class and driving time to graduate from a certified commercial truck driving school. That includes 152 hours behind the wheel in combined course and street driving time.

07/26/2018

Using regular map apps and GPS systems meant for passenger vehicles could get you lost when you’re driving a truck as they don’t generally follow truck routes. When you first start out as a driver, sit down with a motor carrier’s road atlas and plan your routes, highlighting any low overhead clearances.

07/24/2018

One of the many differences between driving a big rig and a passenger vehicle is the rules and regulations that truck drivers must follow. Every commercial driver must maintain a medical certificate with the results of a current physical examination.

07/19/2018

Fully-trained drivers with a commercial driver's license (CDL) are responsible for controlling large vehicles, which is why there are federal guidelines for what it takes to get a CDL, as well as application procedures and training regulations on the state level.

07/17/2018

Truck transportation is a growing field. The average age of a commercial driver is 55, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Since so many drivers are approaching retirement, by 2020, approximately 330,000 new truck drivers will be needed.

07/12/2018

Husband and wife teams are growing in popularity, and truck driving has become a great second career for empty nesters who are ready to travel and spread their wings. Because of the new regulations regarding hours, team drivers are attractive to employers.

07/10/2018

Trucks take much longer to stop than a normal sized car and that makes your vehicle pretty dangerous. You should always be very careful and keep a great following distance to give you ample time to make any stops.

07/05/2018

We recognize that the idea of spending years in a classroom when your family needs you to earn a living now can be unthinkable for many people. Let’s talk about how quickly you can progress through our commercial driving programs.

07/03/2018

The FMCSA agency was established as a separate administration within the U.S. Department of Transportation on January 1, 2000. It is headquartered in Washington, D.C. and employs more than 1,000 people in all 50 States and the District of Columbia.

07/03/2018

Not only does speeding increase the risk of getting into an accident, it will also increase aerodynamic drag and use more fuel in your truck. Maintain a consistent speed, use cruise control when appropriate, and avoid quick accelerations.

06/28/2018

If you don’t know the basics of OSHA and DOT regulations, as well as compliance, accountability, and safety, you can always apply for online training courses to fill in these gaps in your knowledge and drive your truck safely.

06/28/2018

Attending a truck driving school will give you an edge once you’re out on the road, as you will learn the tricks of the trade to deliver the best possible service. Truck driving school also teaches you skills and techniques that will help you to avoid any accidents.