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CEO Katie Inouye to Speak at ASLRRA Eastern & Southern Region Meeting

ST. PAUL, MN, USA, September 26, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Spark TS, a leading provider of transportation SaaS safety, compliance and drug & alcohol testing, announces its participation in the ...

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Leveraging Technology for Real-Time Monitoring: Enhancing DOT Compliance

Staying compliant with DOT regulations is more crucial than ever for transportation businesses. One best practice that can significantly enhance your compliance efforts is leveraging technology for ...

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Implementing a Safety Management Plan for FMCSA Compliance

A comprehensive safety management plan (SMP) is essential for maintaining FMCSA compliance. This guide will help you develop and implement an effective SMP. What is a Safety Management Plan? A Safety ...

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Recordkeeping Requirements for FMCSA Compliance

Accurate and thorough recordkeeping is a cornerstone of FMCSA compliance. This post outlines the essential records you need to maintain. Overview of Required FMCSA Records FMCSA requires motor ...

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Spark TS Hosts Short Line Joint Committee Meeting in St. Paul, MN

ST. PAUL, MN, USA, August 12, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Spark TS, a transportation SaaS safety, compliance and drug & alcohol testing company, announces its exclusive sponsorship of the upcoming ...

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FMCSA Compliance for New Entrant Safety Assurance Program

The New Entrant Safety Assurance Program is designed to ensure that new motor carriers understand and comply with (FMCSA) safety regulations. This post provides an overview for new compliance ...

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The Importance of Vehicle Maintenance and Inspections

Proper vehicle maintenance and regular inspections are essential to comply with The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and ensure the safety of your fleet. This blog ...

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Understanding FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Testing Requirements

Drug and alcohol testing is a critical component of FMCSA regulations designed to ensure the safety of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operations. This blog breaks down the key requirements for ...

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Spark TS Showcases Innovations at ASLRRA National Conference and Executives Lead Multiple Education Talks

ST. PAUL, MN, USA, March 22, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Spark TS, a transportation SaaS safety, compliance and drug & alcohol testing company, announces its participation at the upcoming American ...

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FMCSA Updates to DOT Downgrades

Effective immediately, FMCSA no longer accepts requests to convert a DOT drug test to a non-DOT test. However, if a violation has been incorrectly reported to the FMCSA’s Drug and Alcohol ...

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Spark TS Partners with Rio Grand Pacific Corporation For Dispatching Services

ST. PAUL, MN, USA, March 6, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Spark TS, a transportation SaaS safety, compliance and drug & alcohol testing company, announces a new partnership with Rio Grande Pacific ...

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Addressing Errors in DOT Breath Alcohol Testing

In my nearly 20 years working of in the area of DOT drug and alcohol testing compliance as a DER, Collection Manager, SAP, and TPA, I have learned we are only as strong as are weakest collector. As a ...

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Navigating USDOT Compliance: A Guide for Small and Midsize Enterprises

For small to midsize businesses, understanding the labyrinth of the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) regulations is as critical as it is challenging. These rules can seem like roadblocks, ...

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Founder and CEO of Spark TS Honored with Prestigious Recognition in Railway Age’s 2023 Women in Rail

ST. PAUL, MN, USA, November 21, 2023/ EINPresswire.com/ -- Spark TS, a SaaS safety, compliance, and drug & alcohol testing company, announces that its founder and CEO, Katie Inouye, has been ...

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Spark TS Launches FRA-approved Spanish Version of Roadway Worker Protection Training

ST. PAUL, MN, USA, August 22, 2023/ EINPresswire.com/ -- Spark TS, a SaaS safety, compliance, and drug & alcohol testing company, announced the release of the Spanish version of its Roadway ...

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The ODAPC has published all 2024 DOT random drug testing rates

The chart below outlines the annual minimum drug and alcohol random testing rates established within DOT Agencies for 2024. Event 2024 Random Drug Testing Rate 2024 Random Alcohol Testing Rate ...

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