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This year's International Roadcheck is approaching, ensure you and your drivers are prepared for roadside inspections. Read this week's Safety Bulletin below, subscribe to future Safety Bulletin's, and read the full bulletin here.

Roadcheck is a 72-hour high-visibility, high-volume commercial motor vehicle inspection and enforcement initiative. Commercial motor vehicle inspectors in Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. will conduct North American Standard Inspections of commercial motor vehicles and drivers at weigh and inspection stations, roving patrols, and temporary inspection sites. This year's International Roadcheck takes place May 16-18.

CVSA focuses on a specific aspect of a roadside inspection. This year CVSA will focus on anti-lock braking systems (ABS) and cargo securement. ABS violations are not out-of-service violations; however, the anti-lock braking system is critical in reducing collisions. A properly functioning ABS will prevent wheels from locking up or skidding, allowing a driver to maintain vehicle control while braking.

Improper or inadequate cargo securement accounted for 10.6% of all vehicle out-of-service violations discovered during last year's International Roadcheck. Cargo securement violations can lead to cargo shifting or falling, posing a significant threat to others on the road. Past International Roadcheck data routinely found cargo securement violations in the top five of vehicle out-of-service violations.

During International Roadcheck, inspectors will primarily conduct the North American Standard Level I Inspection, a 37-step procedure that examines driver operating requirements and vehicle mechanical fitness.

Learn more about International Roadcheck.

Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Driver Tip Sheet

CVSA published this tip sheet for carriers and drivers in preparation for this year’s Roadcheck that you can print off as a handout for your drivers:

http://cvsa.org/wp-content/uploads/what_inspectors_are_looking_for.pdf

Question of the Week

My driver has gone through a roadside inspection; how long must I keep this documentation on file?

Answer: The motor carrier will keep copies of all roadside inspections for 12 months. The driver is required to turn in the inspection to the motor carrier within 24 hours. If they do not return to the terminal, they are to mail in the inspection. If the inspection resulted in violations, they must be corrected or repaired. The inspection form is to be signed and certified that the repairs were completed and sent back to the state of inspection within 15 days.

Best Practice Guidelines for Roadside Inspections:

Train drivers on how to complete good quality pre-trip inspections to reduce the possibility of violations.

Use Idealease Pre-Post Trip training videos:

English:

Tractor Trailer - https://youtu.be/9TL62H5yUQA

Straight Truck - https://youtu.be/rsUTQrN-514

Spanish:

Straight Truck - https://www.youtube.com/embed/SDvbuAuKQLM

Tractor Trailer- https://www.youtube.com/embed/529XGiJxTfU

Review CSA monthly at www.ai.fmcsa.dot.gov and enter your DOT number or name.

Train your drivers on how to complete a high-quality and thorough pre-trip inspection.
Review the vehicle and driver basics with the associated inspections and cross-reference the examinations you have on file with the previous inspections turned in by your drivers. Question those drivers who still need to submit inspection reports.
Review the "Carrier History" tab in your home page's Tools/Resource section to determine if your number of inspections is rising or declining.
Review vehicle inspections and violations with your maintenance provider to reduce violations.
Maintain copies and any repair orders attached if there were violations in tractor and trailer files.
Use the roadside inspection information, such as date, time, and location, to cross-reference with the driver's hours of service documentation for falsification violations.
Train drivers to pass roadside inspections successfully and conduct themselves.
Keep your vehicles clean and well-maintained to avoid being targeted for inspection.
Make sure all required tools are on your vehicle and in working order. Missing or broken fire extinguishers account for many violations every year.
Advise drivers that moving violations will generate inspections.
Consider providing an incentive to drivers who successfully pass an inspection.

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

Peak motorcycle riding season is around the corner. Over two-thirds of fatal motorcycle crashes involve a motorcycle and another vehicle. Motorcycle and scooter riders are at a more considerable risk of not being seen by drivers. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that in 2021, motorcycles fatalities were up by 7.7 percent compared to 2020. All drivers on the road need to become more vigilant and aware of one another to keep motorists and motorcyclists safe.

Registration is now open online for the 2023 Idealease/NPTC Safety Seminars!

Data Utilization in Transportation Safety

Idealease and the National Private Truck Council NPTC will again host safety seminars in 2023. The one-day seminar this year will focus on data available from trucks today with regard to safety, basic safety and compliance, regulation changes, and CSA. The seminars will be provided to all Idealease customers, potential customers, and NPTC members at no charge. The seminar provides essential information applicable to both novice and experienced transportation professionals. Seminars currently available for registration have their venues secured. If you cannot register for the seminar in your area, check back, as registration availability will be added as the venues are secured. This information will be updated weekly in this bulletin. To register for an upcoming seminar in 2023, click on the following link:

http://www.idealease.com/safety-seminar-registration

5/18/23 Eugene

FALL SEMINARS (Sept-Oct)

9/19/23 Reno/Sparks	NV
9/20/23 San Leandro	CA
9/21/23 Oxnard	CA
TBD Flint	MI
9/28/23 Baltimore	MD
10/19/23 Green Bay	WI
TBD Weirton	WV
TBD Birmingham	AL
TBD Atlanta	GA
10/17/23 Hillsboro/Portland	OR
TBD Kelowna	BC CN
TBD Louisville	KY
TBD Nashville	TN

*The Idealease Safety Bulletin is provided for Idealease locations and their customers and is not to be construed as a complete or exhaustive source of compliance or safety information. The Idealease Safety Bulletin is advisory in nature and does not warrant, guarantee, or otherwise certify compliance with laws, regulations, requirements, or guidelines of any local, state, or Federal agency and/or governing body, or industry standards.