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Rob Abbott, Vice President of Safety Policy for the American Trucking Associations will discuss the following four issues: Hours-of-Service Compliance Safety and Accountability (CSA) Electronic Logging Devices Entry Level Driver Training For more in-depth coverage on upcoming regulatory issues, register to attend HireRight Transportation Regulatory [.]. HireRight’s second quarterly podcast is focused on Trucking Industry Safety Issues. MORE

Transportation jobs can provide a steady paycheck while fulfilling the nomadic sense of wanderlust. What’s more, some transportation careers come with surprisingly high salaries. . Bus drivers transport groups of people to places such as airports, schools, work, travel destinations. MORE

Welcome to HireRight’s first Transportation podcast in conjunction with the American Trucking Associations. Transportation Industry American Trucking Associations ata bob costello driver retention driver shortage driver turnover rate driver turnover rates economy podcast truck driver trucker shortage trucking Bob Costello, Chief Economist at ATA discusses the U.S. Economy and the impact to the trucking industry. MORE

Transportation includes moving people and goods such as purchased items, food, and industrial materials. Transporting materials can make a great career, but can also be dangerous. However, there are transportation jobs that appear safer than others. Air Transportation. . MORE

When it comes to using public transport, it’s every man and woman for themselves. Employer Life Skills Uncategorised behaviour bus Career Commuters commuting Crowds Hypocrite public transport train workBe careful – it’s a jungle out there. Travelling to and from work is a repetitive experience that can really bring out the worst in people. It’s like the gift that keeps on taking. Unless you’re of the rare breed of human that can fall. View Article. MORE

Transportation Industry American Trucking Associations ata background check background screening compliance drug test drug testing employment screening podcast transportation trucking vendorSeveral important rules were announced at the end of December 2016 that will positively affect motor carriers. Bill Sullivan, Executive Vice President Advocacy for the American Trucking Associations reviews the recently published rules and what trucking may expect from the new administration. MORE

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Drug Testing Transportation IndustryA new analysis conducted by the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI), shows that Colorado, Oregon and Washington have about a three percent higher rate of collision claim frequencies than would have been expected without legalization of marijuana. The post Recreational Marijuana Linked to Increase in Vehicle Collisions appeared first on Employment Background Check Blog - HireRight. MORE

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Her husband runs High End Transport, an auto company, but prior to that, he was an IT staffing account executive. High End Transport happened to have an online forum where customers can write reviews about other companies they’ve used. MORE

These new training requirements will change the way motor carriers qualify inexperienced drivers, how insurers rate these drivers and how many new drivers enter the transportation industry. Transportation Industry American Trucking Associations cdl cmv department of transportation dot FHWA fmcsa fmcsa guidelines fmcsa regulations hiring NTSB safety transportation trucking MORE

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People love to compare everything about San Francisco and New York: the food, the weather, the nightlife, even the public transportation. Today, Lever’s joining the chorus by comparing hiring habits. Data-driven recruiting MORE

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Transportation Industry background check background checks criminal records drug screening drug testing employment eligibility employment screening fmcsa hiring pre employment screening recruiting talent acquisition transportation truckingOn December 5, 2016, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) finalized a rule to create a drug and alcohol clearinghouse for commercial driver license holders (CDL). MORE

Transportation Industry American Trucking Associations ata background check background checks background screening candidate experience employee background check pre employment screening recruiting talent acquisition transportation trucking vendorListen to Bob Costello, Chief Economist at the American Trucking Associations as he reviews the top trends that will impact freight volume in the second half of 2016. MORE

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Transportation Industry applicant tracking system ats dot recruiting transportation truckingGiven the current driver shortage, increased emphasis has been placed on the hiring process and the ability to quickly hire qualified drivers before competitors draw them onboard. To respond to this dilemma, fleets are increasingly implementing an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to help them better manage their recruiting and hiring process. An ATS is a [.]. MORE

Transportation Industry applicant tracking system background check background screening candidate experience compliance dot drug screening drug testing e-verify employment screening pre employment screening recruiting talent acquisition transportation truckingIn December 2015, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration issued its final rule requiring the use of electronic logging devices (ELDs) for most drivers and carriers currently required to keep paper logs. MORE

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You may be surprised to learn that private or for-hire vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,001 or more are considered a commercial motor vehicle for purposes of most of the Department of Transportation (DOT) safety [.]. Transportation Industry cdl commercial drivers license department of transportation dot DOT regulation driver qualifications driver's qualification file fmcsa safety regulations transportation MORE

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Transportation Industry benefits candidate experience culture driver retention employee appreciation employee engagement employment background check Entry Level Driver Training mobile recruiting recruit recruiter recruiting retention talent acquisition talent retention transportation truckingAre you struggling with driver retention? Elevated driver turnover rates remain an ongoing problem that is now affecting all types of fleets and is expected to get worse. MORE

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The post Transportation Safety Policy Update (Podcast) appeared first on Employment Background Check Blog - HireRight. Transportation Industry background check background checks background screening drug testing Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations hiring pre employment screening safety measurement system safety regulations transportation trucking vendor workplace safety MORE

Listen to Michael Cammisa, Vice President of Safety Policy & Connectivity for the American Trucking Associations as he provides an update on the following key transportation safety issues: • Electronic Logging Devices Mandate (ELDs and AOBRDs). The post 3 Key Transportation Safety Issues [Podcast] appeared first on Employment Background Check Blog - HireRight. MORE

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Transportation Industry dac ehf dac employment history file dac report dac reporting driver transportation truck driver truck driving truckingDid you know that the DAC Employment History File or DAC Report has helped over 1 million drivers get hired? As HireRight celebrates the 30th Anniversary of the file, we’d like to thank the 2,500 plus current motor carriers and driving schools across the country who have contributed to its success. With more than 6 [.]. MORE

Transportation Industry driver driver shortage recruitment The recruiting process is essential for a motor carrier’s success, yet recruiters are struggling to bring in the number and quality of drivers that fleets require for the long term. To be successful in today’s competitive market, recruiters must rethink how they interact with potential employees. The Recruitment Process is Fundamentally Broken W. Kelly Anderson, [.]. MORE

Our transportation industry spotlight report allows us to dive deeper into the key trends and concerns of the trucking and transportation business. The post Highlights of The 2017 Transportation Spotlight Report appeared first on Employment Background Check Blog - HireRight. We are pleased to announce the 10-year anniversary of the HireRight Employment Screening Benchmark Survey and Report! MORE

Driver shortage is one of the most critical concerns for transportation carriers of all sizes. Transportation Industry applicant experience candidate experience driver shortage employment background check talent acquisition transportation truckingThe American Trucking Associations (ATA) estimate the current driver shortage could surge to almost 175,000 by 2024. By combining these different tactics, employers can help retain and attract quality drivers. MORE

Transportation companies that need to quickly identify qualified driver candidates may benefit from a phased or staged screening program. Transportation Industry alcohol screening dot dot physical examinations drug screening employment screening motor vehicle report psp transportation Unqualified candidates are eliminated early in the screening process, so companies can devote their time and resources on the best candidates. Listed below are the recommended stages. MORE

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