Transportation
Transporting cargo is a huge financial responsibility. Anything from an accident to theft, or a refrigeration breakdown, could result in serious financial loss. There are steps you can take to help protect against the unique risks associated with transporting cargo.
Transportation Articles
Creating Effective Policies for Personal Use of Company Vehicles
Develop clear policies for personal use of company vehicles to reduce liability, control costs, and protect your business.
Thu Nov 14, 2024
Key Elements of a Commercial Fleet Safety Program
No matter how many or what type of vehicles are in your organization, a written fleet safety program is an important part of your company’s risk management efforts.
Tue Oct 22, 2024
Help Protect Your Organization’s Truck Yard from Cargo Theft
For carriers and terminal operators, the only way to stay ahead of increasingly capable criminal organizations is to be prepared. Minimizing loss requires vigilance for the duration the cargo is in their possession, so a robust approach to security begins where shipments originate – truck yards and warehouses.
Fri Nov 10, 2023
Help Your Organization Prevent Strategic Cargo Theft During Transit
Unfortunately, supply chain disruption has been a growing hazard for the motor truck cargo industry since 2020. If your organization has any level of cargo/inventory exposure, then there are several measures you can take to help prevent, combat and mitigate supply chain disruption.
Fri Nov 10, 2023
Best Practices for Transportation of Refrigerated Cargo
Protect perishable goods during transit with practical tips for managing refrigerated cargo and preventing costly losses.
Fri May 19, 2023
Best Practices for Preventing Cargo Theft
Defend your freight from theft with practical measures that strengthen security and protect valuable cargo in transit.
Fri May 19, 2023
Understanding the Need for Adequate Load Securement
Which types of CMV drivers are subject to the cargo securement standards and what are the requirements for securing loads? Learn more.
Fri May 19, 2023
Help Prevent Vehicle Theft in Your Organization
Learn how you can reduce theft risks and improve fleet security.
Thu Jul 22, 2021
Help Improve Driver Safety Through a Vehicle Accident Review Program
Help protect employees and lower claims by implementing an accident review program.
Tue Jul 20, 2021
Understanding the Importance of a Motor Vehicle Record Policy
Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) are important because they provide a “snapshot” of a driver’s recent history and can help determine driving privileges within your organization.
Mon Dec 28, 2020
Selecting and Qualifying Professional Drivers
All companies are responsible for hiring competent and qualified employees. If a company has no formal hiring policy, the legal theory of negligent entrustment suggests that the company could be exposed to serious liability for acts of its employees.
Tue Dec 22, 2020
Understanding Federal Regulations: Is Your Vehicle Regulated and What Does That Mean?
Based on the characteristics of your organizational vehicles and their use, your organization may be subject to regulations at both the state and federal levels.
Wed Dec 16, 2020
Pre- and Post-Trip Vehicle Condition Report
Drivers should consider this checklist when completing a thorough inspection of the vehicle's condition before and after each trip.
Tue Nov 10, 2020
Improving Driver Selection with Road Tests
Road tests are designed to assist with the overall driver selection process and to evaluate safe driving performance. Explore the suggested areas that should be evaluated by a qualified driver during the road test.
Wed May 06, 2020
The Most Common Distractions Drivers Must Manage
Discover the top distractions drivers face and learn practical tips to reduce risks and drive safely.
Thu Jun 20, 2019
Loss Control Categories
Take proactive action to prepare for different types of loss.