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Hire Safer Drivers With New Tool to Identify Drug and Alcohol Violations

The opening of the FMCSA Clearinghouse is a big step toward giving employers the ability to hire new employees without the chance of an unresolved drug or alcohol violation in their past.

Four Safety Measures When Transporting Heavy Equipment

by David Zile | Mar 11, 2020
Equipment | Fleet Management | Heavy Equipment | Vehicles

Here are some of the many considerations all heavy equipment movers should address before beginning the journey. Arriving at the destination intact is the primary objective, and point-to-point safety must be the first concern.

Embrace the ELD Mandate to Increase Efficiency, Productivity and Safety

Whether working with drivers to embrace new technology or exploring other means of enhancing what’s already in place, the ELD mandate is a chance for construction fleet owners to drive greater business efficiency and increase worker productivity and safety.

Mitigate the Riskiest Driving Behaviors

Investing in a video-based safety program will help managers identify high-risk driving behaviors, intervene and coach drivers to improve, and prevent incidents. This is key to keeping drivers and materials safe, as well as avoiding costly collisions.

Leverage Smart Video Monitoring Technology to Improve Road Safety in Construction

by Kevin Aries | Jan 28, 2020
Equipment | Jobsite Monitoring | Technology | Vehicles

Contractors that implement smart video monitoring can cut costs while promoting greater safety throughout their fleets. It is important to debunk unfounded myths around commercial vehicle driving safety and focus on improving safety in the construction industry.

Equipment Rental Revenue Forecast to Outpace Economic Growth

The equipment and event rental industry in North America is expected to finish the year with total revenue up 5.35% to $61.56 billion, the first time combined rental revenue for Canada and the United States has surpassed $60 billion, according to a recent forecast released by the ARA.

Equipment Leasing Versus Financing: Which One Is Right for Your Business?

The right choice between an equipment lease or an equipment loan depends entirely on contractors’ business situations. The main things to consider are how much cash is available now, what the needs of the business are and how quickly the equipment being considered will be outdated.

Prepare for Winter With Fleet Management Software

by Erin Cave | Nov 8, 2019
Equipment | Fleet Management | Technology | Vehicles

With data on driving behavior and vehicle history to prepare before winter strikes, advanced tracking technology to help keep teams and vehicles safe when inclement weather ultimately hits.

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Hire Safer Drivers With New Tool to Identify Drug and Alcohol Violations

Four Safety Measures When Transporting Heavy Equipment

Embrace the ELD Mandate to Increase Efficiency, Productivity and Safety

Mitigate the Riskiest Driving Behaviors

Leverage Smart Video Monitoring Technology to Improve Road Safety in Construction

Equipment Rental Revenue Forecast to Outpace Economic Growth

Equipment Leasing Versus Financing: Which One Is Right for Your Business?

Prepare for Winter With Fleet Management Software

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