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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) released a detailed report on substance use violations compiled by their new national drug and alcohol database. The FMCSA recently released a summary report for the month of May that broke down the data on the types of drugs that were identified in positive CDL holder drug tests that were reported to the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse. As of June 1, 2020, here are the top 8 substances that were identified in positive substance use tests reported to the Clearinghouse.

Just so you know how essential and important Truck Drivers are, here’s a timeline to show you just how quickly things would go south without your heroic efforts behind the wheel.

Staying safe during your commute can be a challenge, especially when it involves an unexpected deer or other animal running across the road. Animal-vehicle collisions are most common in the fall, when animals are migrating to other habitats for the winter. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that nearly one-quarter of all animal and vehicle crashes result in some form of bodily injury or vehicle damage. Here are some tips to keep you safe and protect our wildlife.

Everyone deals with stress. Drivers of trucks aren’t immune to it. They’re responsible for keeping cargo safe and getting it to its destination on-time. This can be especially tough with road construction, traffic congestion and unsafe weather conditions. Stress can take different forms. It may cause some people to become easily agitated, feel overwhelmed and even avoid others. According to WebMD, here are the physical symptoms of stress.

Being a truck driver isn’t easy. The job is demanding, and the long hours on the road can get tough when you’re away from home on your own.