Home Audio Articles, Dispatch, Regulations, Safety, Trucker

Dispatch Explore our comprehensive Dispatch category, your ultimate resource for understanding the integral role of dispatch in the trucking industry. Learn the dispatch basics, master key documents, and uncover insider tips to streamline your operations and excel in your trucking career.

61Articles

Periodic Inspection (Annual Vehicle Inspection)

September 1, 2023• Category: Audio Articles • Dispatch • Regulations • Safety • Trucker

Table of Contents What is Periodic Inspection in Trucking (or Annual Vehicle Inspection) Periodic inspection also known as annual vehicle inspection is a...

DOT Violations

January 1, 2023• Category: Safety • Audio Articles • Common Questions • Dispatch • Regulations • Trucker

Table of Contents What are DOT Violations DOT violations are situations where commercial vehicles or drivers fail to meet the regulations set by the Department...

Freight

January 1, 2023• Category: Basics • Audio Articles • Dispatch

Table of Contents Freight in the trucking industry refers to goods or cargo transported by truck from one place to another. This encompasses a wide range of...

Receiver (Consignee)

January 1, 2023• Category: Basics • Audio Articles • Dispatch

Table of Contents In the trucking industry, the term “receiver” or consignee refers to the person, company, or organization that is the final...

Insurance

January 1, 2023• Category: Basics • Audio Articles • Dispatch • Safety

Table of Contents What is Insurance in Trucking Insurance policies in the trucking industry are designed to cover a wide range of potential issues, including...

How to Become a Truck Dispatcher

January 1, 2023• Category: Basics • Audio Articles • Dispatch

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

Dispatcher

January 1, 2023• Category: Audio Articles • Basics • Dispatch

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

Hours of Service (HOS)

January 1, 2023• Category: Safety • Audio Articles • Dispatch

Table of Contents What are Hours of Service (HOS) for Truck Drivers Hours of service are rules that limit the maximum amount of time truck drivers can be on...

The ELD Mandate

January 1, 2023• Category: Technology & Tools • Audio Articles • Basics • Dispatch • Safety

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)

January 1, 2023• Category: Documents • Audio Articles • Basics • Dispatch

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...

Close Search Window
↑