The Importance of MVRs in Minimizing Risk
Motor Vehicle Records, or MVRs, are the most effective way to determine driver risk at hire and throughout the driver’s employment. MVRs provide a full view of a driver’s history for the last 3-7 years, depending on the state, and have several risk indicating components including: Driver and Licensure Information signals that the driver is…
Continuous License Monitoring Myth vs. Fact Series Part 3: The Annual MVR & 364 Day Grace Period
Employers typically pull a driver’s motor vehicle record (MVR) prior to hiring and an annial MVR after that. Although completing the initial and annual pulls meets the minimum obligation, there is added value in continuous monitoring for employers. Myth: Continuous MVR Monitoring is Unnecessary —Pre-Employment & Annual MVR pulls are “good enough” Fact: Annual MVR…
Continuous License Monitoring Myth vs. Fact Series Part 2 : Lessen Fleet Management Administrative Workload
When it comes to business administrative duties, time is always a scarce resource. In the fleet industry, a large portion of administrative duties revolve around driver license monitoring. Tasks such as running motor vehicle reports, CDLIS reports, and filing paperwork all take time, and that time can add up fast. What if there was a…
Continuous License Monitoring Myth vs. Fact Series Part 1 : Cost Savings for Fleet Management
We get it, businesses are always trying to save money while increasing profit. At first glance, continuous license monitoring may appear to be an additional unnecessary expense, but this proactive approach yields substantial cost savings for fleet management in the long run. Myth: Continuous License Monitoring is Too Expensive Fact: Save money with risky driver…
How To Improve Your CSA Scores
When the FMCSA introduced the Compliance, Safety, and Accountability (CSA) program in 2010, the goal was to ensure drivers were aware of and responsible for their role in safety on the road. CSA scores are calculated and weighted based on data collected from roadside inspections, crash reports, investigation results, and registration details. While having a…