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Podcast Episode on ELD Certification in Canada on Safety Dawg

by BigRoad Marketing
December 21, 2021September 12, 2023

Marc Moncion, our Vice President of Safety, Compliance & Regulatory Affairs, was invited by Chris Harris from Safety Dawg Inc. to his podcast to discuss Fleet Complete’s successful ELD certification with Transport Canada – as well as iron out some finer details of the mandate itself.

This is Marc’s second appearance on the podcast, discussing the Canadian ELD mandate that is coming into full enforcement in the summer of 2022.

If you’re driving or walking and would like to listen to the full podcast, please click on the YouTube link that you see appear here. Otherwise, you can read the transcribed interview below.

FMCSA Extends the COVID-19 Emergency Declaration, November 29, 2021

by BigRoad Marketing
December 2, 2021

I wanted to alert you of the fact that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has further extended its

COVID-19 Emergency Declaration, therefore this specific exemption remains in force to February 28, 2022.

Canada HOS Emergency Declaration – British Columbia Flooding

by BigRoad Marketing
November 22, 2021September 12, 2023

In light of the need for essentials supplies and services to be supplied to British Columbia as a result of the recent flooding, Transport Canada has issued an exemption to the hours of service (HOS) regulations for those supplying relief to the area.

Please note that strict control measures are in place, that must be followed, to ensure this HOS exemption is not abused.

See specific requirements below for full details of the HOS exemption.

FMCSA Extends the COVID-19 Emergency Declaration

by BigRoad Marketing
September 1, 2021

I wanted to alert you of the fact that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has further extended its COVID-19 Emergency Declaration, therefore this specific exemption remains in force to November 30, 2021.

FMCSA Extends Emergency Declaration for COVID-19

by BigRoad Marketing
June 3, 2021

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced an Extension of the Expanded Modified Emergency Declaration No. 2020-002 Under 49 CFR § 390.25.

Talking ELD – New Canadian ELD Rules (Podcast)

by BigRoad Marketing
July 21, 2020September 15, 2023

Chris Harris, The Safety Dawg, hosts “The Dawg On-It Trucking Pawedcast” where he interviews influential trucking insiders for their insights and in-depth knowledge. On July 10, 2020, Chris sat down with Marc Moncion to talk about ELDs in Canada and the U.S.

How Does the Modified FMCSA Emergency Declaration Affect You?

by BigRoad Marketing
July 14, 2020

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has extended its national emergency exemption from specific Parts 390 through 399 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to August 14, 2020, but has now excluded a number of prescribed items previously covered by the exemption.

Staying Ahead Of The Curve: Driver Vehicle Inspection Compliance

by BigRoad Marketing
July 2, 2020September 12, 2023

Driver vehicle inspection personal safety, and that of the motoring public that you share the highway with, is clearly the most important reason to inspect your commercial motor vehicle.

A vehicle defect found during a pre-trip inspection at a motor carrier’s terminal could save you and your fleet down the road. This includes a breakdown at roadside that will cost time and dollars, or even worse – a crash.

10 Laws to Comply with When You Buy a CMV in the U.S.

by BigRoad Marketing
July 2, 2020September 12, 2023

The last thing a Motor Carrier wants is to be penalized for not complying with the Department of Transportation (DOT) or Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations.

It’s vital for Motor Carriers to stay on top of the relevant laws when transporting loads or people across interstate and intrastate boundaries.

Included below are 10 transportation laws Motor Carriers should stay up to date with to ensure you’re always compliant.