When railroad workers raise concerns about safety issues, they play a vital role in preventing accidents and saving lives. However, speaking up also carries risk, as it can lead to retaliation from employers. To encourage reporting of safety hazards without fear, United States regulations offer critical protections for railroad carrier employees and contractors. Overview of … Read more
When employees raise concerns over safety issues, it protects not only workers but the broader public who relies on safe transportation services. However, workers who speak up often face retaliation from employers. The National Transit Systems Security Act (NTSSA) aims to change that by legally protecting public transportation workers who report safety and security violations. … Read more
Truck drivers and transportation workers play a vital role in keeping our economy running. However, when public safety is at risk due to unsafe vehicles or driving practices, these workers often find themselves facing a difficult choice – stay silent about violations and endanger lives, or speak up and risk losing their livelihood. The Surface … Read more
Introduction Sexual harassment in the workplace is a pervasive issue that affects employees across various industries and positions. Understanding the different forms of harassment and knowing how to address them is crucial for maintaining a safe and respectful work environment. This article aims to provide employees with practical examples of sexual harassment, the legal framework … Read more
Introduction The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is an essential component of the United States Department of Transportation. Established at the dawn of the new millennium, the FMCSA has become a cornerstone in the regulation of the American trucking industry. Charged with the mission of reducing crashes, injuries, and fatalities involving large trucks and … Read more
Editor’s note: responding to electrical vehicle fires is a new, evolving, difficult, and complex topic. The following article is intended only as the briefest and most superficial of guides. Treat this article as nothing more than an introduction to the topic. When it comes to handling electric vehicle fires, first responders and firefighters face a … Read more
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has launched a survey to understand the impacts of state laws legalizing marijuana on trucking and its workforce. This comes as conflicts and uncertainty arise between state and federal laws, especially for federally-regulated workers. The survey, first deployed in-person at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) with over 300 drivers … Read more
Loading docks are a crucial part of many warehouses and distribution centers, but they can also be a dangerous place if proper safety measures are not in place. In this article, we will discuss the top 10 loading dock safety tips to keep in mind while working on the loading dock. Loading docks are a … Read more
Garbage truck drivers and garbage collection companies play a vital role in keeping our communities clean and safe, but this work can also be dangerous. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), in 2021, an astonishing 27.9 out of every 100,000 full-time collection workers suffered fatal work injuries. There were a total of 43 … Read more
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) was established in October 1966 when President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Department of Transportation Act into law. The act created the DOT as a cabinet-level agency responsible for coordinating and overseeing the country’s transportation systems, including highways, airports, and railroads. As part of the DOT, two important agencies … Read more
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