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Motor Carrier Safety 101 Series | A Deep Dive into Vehicle Safety Standards & Brake Maintenance

Updated: Jul 25

In our recent Motor Carrier Safety 101 webinar on vehicle safety standards and brake maintenance, we explored the latest CVSA International Roadcheck findings. The results show the top three out-of-service violations remain: defective service brakes, tires, and other brake violations. But there's one more violation that's catching drivers off guard. Check out the key takeaways below:


Missing Inspection Documentation

Operating a CMV without proof of periodic inspection is becoming a major issue. Know where your inspection stickers are located and how to get a hard copy of your inspection report if an officer asks for it.


Lights Matter

Your lights help other drivers see you. Make sure all required lamps work properly before every trip. It's a simple check that can save you from a violation.


Brake Adjustments Still Problematic

Even with automatic slack adjusters, brakes out of adjustment remains a top violation. These are mechanical parts that can fail, so always check them during your pre-trip inspection.


Tire Safety Goes High-Tech

Measure tire pressure when tires are cold using a tire gauge. More scale houses are now using thermal imaging cameras to spot tire and brake problems you might miss.




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