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What Is a BOC-3 Filing and How Can Foley Help You File It?
Overview Every motor carrier, broker, or freight forwarder operating in interstate commerce must file a BOC-3 form — short for “Designation of Agents for Service of Process” — with the Federal Mo...
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What Are the FCRA’s Requirements for Permissible Purpose When Running Background Checks?
Overview When conducting background checks for employment, companies must comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), a federal law designed to protect consumer privacy. One of the FCRA’s...
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What Are the Requirements for an Application for Employment Under 49 CFR Part 391?
Overview This article outlines the requirements for a driver’s employment application as defined in 49 CFR Part 391, a section of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs). These rules ...
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California Basic Inspection of Terminals (BIT) Inspections
Overview The Basic Inspection of Terminals (BIT) Program is California’s performance-based safety audit of commercial motor carriers, administered by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). Establishe...
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Understanding DOT Modality Differences in Drug Testing and Employee Qualification
Introduction The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) oversees multiple operating administrations, each enforcing specific drug and alcohol testing regulations for safety-sensitive employees. Wh...
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FAQ - FMCSA Permits
Business Registration and Compliance How can I obtain a copy of my EIN and Secretary of State information? You can request a copy of your EIN letter from the IRS and obtain your Articles of Incorpo...
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FAQ - FMCSA Clearinghouse
What is the FMCSA Clearinghouse? The FMCSA Clearinghouse is a secure online database that helps employers track drug and alcohol violations for Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) holders. It ensures...
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FAQs - Driver Qualification Files (DQF)
Driver’s License Background Check What is required for a driver’s license background check? For a driver’s license background check to be conducted, all driver licenses held within the past three y...
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FAQ - Comprehensive Guide to Drug and Alcohol Testing
Overview Drug and alcohol testing is a critical component of regulatory compliance and workplace safety. This guide provides detailed information about testing procedures, requirements, and best pr...
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FAQs and Troubleshooting Common Issues in DOT Oral Fluid Testing
OverviewThis article addresses frequently asked questions (FAQs) and common issues encountered during DOT-regulated oral fluid specimen collections. Collectors, employers, and employees (donors) ca...