Auxiliary Power Unit (APU)

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Table of Contents Introduction to Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) The Auxiliary Power Unit, commonly known as the APU, is a vital piece of equipment in the...

Pet Policy

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Table of Contents What is the Pet Policy in Trucking Pet policy refers to the rules and guidelines set by trucking companies regarding the allowance of drivers...

Rider Policy

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Table of Contents What is a Rider Policy in Trucking A Rider Policy in the trucking industry permits drivers to have a passenger, be it a spouse or a friend,...

Breakdown Pay

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Table of Contents What is Breakdown Pay in Trucking Breakdown pay in trucking refers to compensation provided to truck drivers when they’re unable to...

Nine Classes of Hazardous Materials – Hazmat Classes

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Table of Contents What are the 9 Classes of Hazardous Materials in Trucking Hazardous materials demand specific attention due to their potential risks to...

New Entrant Safety Assurance Program

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Table of Contents What is the New Entrant Safety Assurance Program The New Entrant Safety Assurance Program is an initiative by the FMCSA to evaluate and...

Adverse Driving Conditions

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Table of Contents What are Adverse Driving Conditions Adverse driving conditions refer to unexpected weather or other road conditions that were not known to a...

Per Diem (Truck Driver Pay)

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Table of Contents What is Per Diem for Truck Drivers Per diem pay for truck drivers is a daily allowance or reimbursement primarily for meals, allowing drivers...

Truck Driver Salary

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Table of Contents Average Truck Driver Salary in US On average, truck drivers in the U.S. earn an annual salary ranging from $45,000 to $85,000, depending on...

Height Stick

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Table of Contents What is a Height Stick for Truck Drivers A height stick is a telescopic device used to measure the vertical clearance of a truck’s...

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