Building an effective safety program
Best practices for building and maintaining an effective safety program, grounded in FMCSA’s own safety management framework.
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Safety Management Cycle
FMCSA’s six-part model for identifying and correcting the root causes of safety and compliance issues.
Driver Safety
Resources related to driver-side safety practices and qualification.
Vehicle Safety
Federal inspection, repair, and maintenance expectations for commercial motor vehicles.
Hours of Service
How HOS rules function as a core part of a fleet’s safety program.
Safety Data (SMS)
Reviewing your carrier’s safety performance data to spot issues early.
Corrective Action
FMCSA’s Safety Planner guidance for addressing identified safety and compliance issues.
Regulatory requirements can change. Always verify current requirements with the applicable federal or state authority. Nothing on this page is legal advice.
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