Compliance Guide

Trucking Regulations — US & Canada

Navigate the complex landscape of trucking regulations across the United States and Canada. From DOT compliance and CSA scores to CVOR requirements and cross-border customs rules.

US Federal Regulations (FMCSA/DOT)

DOT Compliance Checklist

Complete checklist of every DOT compliance requirement for motor carriers, from driver qualification files to vehicle maintenance and drug testing programs.

FMCSA Clearinghouse Guide

How to register, query, and report to the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse — mandatory for all CDL employers since January 2020.

DOT Drug Testing Requirements

Pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 for commercial motor vehicle operators.

DOT Physical Requirements

Medical examination requirements for CDL holders, including vision, hearing, blood pressure standards, and the medical examiner's certificate process.

Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist

FMCSA-compliant pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspection checklist covering brakes, lights, tires, coupling devices, and emergency equipment.

New Entrant Safety Audit

What to expect during your FMCSA new entrant safety audit within the first 18 months, and how to prepare your records and policies.

Safety & CSA

How to Improve CSA Scores

Actionable strategies to lower your CSA BASIC scores, challenge inaccurate data via DataQs, and implement a proactive safety management program.

CSA Score Lookup Tool

Free tool to look up any carrier's CSA BASIC scores, inspection history, and safety rating using their USDOT or MC number.

CSA Program Overview

How the FMCSA's Compliance, Safety, Accountability program works — the seven BASICs, scoring methodology, and intervention thresholds.

Carrier Directory

Search and verify carrier safety records, authority status, insurance, and fleet size from FMCSA and Canadian carrier databases.

Canadian Regulations

CVOR Ontario Guide

Everything about Ontario's Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration — application process, fees, violation points, and how to maintain a clean record.

Ontario Trucking Regulations

Province-specific rules for trucking in Ontario, including weight limits, seasonal restrictions, MTO enforcement, and required permits.

Alberta Trucking Regulations

Alberta's trucking regulations covering carrier profiles, weight limits, permit requirements, and Alberta Transportation enforcement practices.

Safety Fitness Certificate Canada

How to obtain and maintain your provincial Safety Fitness Certificate under the National Safety Code, required for all Canadian commercial carriers.

CARM Canada Guide

Guide to the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management system — Canada's new customs accounting platform for commercial importers and carriers.

Cross-Border

Border Clearing Guide

Complete guide to electronic border clearing between Canada and the US, including ACE/ACI eManifest filing, timelines, and compliance requirements.

ACE eManifest Guide

Step-by-step guide to filing ACE eManifests with US Customs and Border Protection for shipments entering the United States.

PAPS & PARS Guide

How the Pre-Arrival Processing System (PAPS) and Pre-Arrival Review System (PARS) work for US and Canadian customs clearance.

FAST Card Guide

How to apply for the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) card for expedited border crossings between Canada and the United States.

Customs Bond Guide

Understanding continuous and single-entry customs bonds for trucking companies, including bond amounts, providers, and when they are required.

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