How to Become a Truck Dispatcher

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Table of Contents Introduction to Becoming a Dispatcher Dispatcher plays an integral role in the logistics and transportation industry, ensuring the seamless...

Safety Manager

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Table of Contents Who is the Safety Manager in Trucking A safety manager in a trucking company is responsible for ensuring that all operations are in...

Broker

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Table of Contents What or who is a Freight Broker in Trucking? A freight broker in the trucking industry serves as an intermediary between shippers and...

Dispatcher

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Table of Contents What is a Dispatcher in Trucking (Who is a Freight Dispatcher) Freight dispatcher manage truck drivers, loads, and schedules, optimize...

The ELD Mandate

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The ELD Mandate, which required the use of ELDs, was published by the FMCSA on December 16, 2015. The mandate provided a two-year window for carriers and...

Bill of Lading (BOL)

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Table of Contents What is a Bill Of Lading in Trucking The BOL or Bill of Lading is a legally binding document provided by a carrier to a shipper that details...

Medical Card DOT

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Table of Contents What is a Medical Card in Trucking DOT Medical Card, also known as the DOT Physical Card or Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC), is a...

Yard

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Table of Contents What is a Yard A yard in trucking refers to a designated area where trucks are parked, loaded, unloaded, or serviced. Yards play a crucial...

Bulk Cargo

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Table of Contents Bulk cargo or bulk freight refers to commodities that are transported in large, unbroken quantities without any packaging other than the...

Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT)

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Table of Contents What is Heavy Vehicle Use Tax – Form 2290 Heavy Vehicle Use Tax is a federal tax imposed on heavy vehicles that operate on public...

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