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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Mastering Recap Hours and Sleeper Split Rules in 2025
Compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Hours-of-Service (HOS) rules is how drivers keep their schedules legal, fleets avoid violations and everyone stays safe fighting the fatigue epidemic. After all, HOS violations are double-weighted. Recap hours and split sleeper berth exemptions are two of the most underutilized tools in a driver's logbook. Too many drivers are either confused by them or unsure how to apply them in real time. Let's break them down and explain why understanding these rules matters more than ever in 2025. If you're running under the 70-hour/8-day rule (common for most interstate operations), you're limited to 70 hours of on-duty time in any rolling eight-day period. Each day, the hours you worked eight days ago 'fall off' and are added back into your available time. That's your recap. Understanding this is critical for HOS management and for drivers who operate without a 34-hour restart. If you're running hard and skipping the restart, knowing what hours will be added back each day gives you a tool for long-haul planning. You ask, 'So, a 34-hour restart isn't required?' No, it's not. Argue if you want to. I said what I said. They extend your work cycle without requiring a restart. They help fleets maximize available hours without burning out drivers. They prevent unintentional HOS violations from poor planning. The chart above shows a sample 14-day pattern of daily hours worked under the 70/8 rule. Notice the fluctuations and imagine how a smart dispatcher could route loads based on upcoming recap returns. Drivers using a sleeper berth can split their required minimum 10-hour break into two qualifying periods: One of at least seven consecutive hours in the sleeper. One of at least two hours (off duty or sleeper berth). Combined, they must total at least 10 hours. These breaks pause the 14-hour on-duty clock, meaning you can regain drive time in ways you wouldn't with a 10-hour break. A driver might work seven hours in the sleeper (midnight to 7 a.m.), drive for eight hours and then take three hours off duty later. As long as the seven+three meets the requirements, the driver can reset the 14-hour clock from the end of the first qualifying period. The chart above visualizes how that might look on a grid log. While the math and rules can be confusing, most modern ELDs (like Motive) handle these calculations automatically if drivers are appropriately trained. FMCSA roadside violations still list HOS issues, especially 14-hour violations and log falsification, among the most cited infractions. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's Roadcheck blitzes and other initiatives seem never-ending and are becoming more aggressive. Fleets that don't teach sleeper splits or recap management risk not only fines but OOS violations, lost revenue and increased insurance rates. Motive's ELD, Free Electronic Logbook App for short-haul and other exemptions, as well as the Fleet Dashboard automatically: Alert drivers of available hours. Track qualifying sleeper berth splits. Calculate recap hours. Prevent HOS violations before they happen. Why did I mention Motive specifically? Many fleets operate under an hours-of-service exemption, and few allow for or provide an editable, nontracked method for timesheet record-of-duty calculations. Whether short-haul, driveaway, agricultural or other exemption. An ELD isn't always available, not all fleets have them but the free electronic logbook app is. Meanwhile, training platforms like Luma Brighter Learning allow fleets to onboard drivers with interactive hours-of-service modules tailored to real-world scenarios. Understanding sleeper splits and recap hours is a smart operational strategy in a world of rising litigation, nuclear verdicts and compliance crackdowns. Drivers who understand these rules can avoid unnecessary restarts and violations. Fleets that teach and track them avoid fines, improve retention and build a culture of operational excellence. These rules guide legal, efficient and profitable movement in the cab, dispatch office or safety department. The post Mastering Recap Hours and Sleeper Split Rules in 2025 appeared first on FreightWaves.
Pembrokeshire Herald
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pembrokeshire Herald
Haverfordwest Operatic Society revives Edwardian favourite
The Arcadians returns with local star and timeless charm THIS summer, Haverfordwest Operatic Society invites audiences on a whimsical journey to Arcadia—the land that time forgot—where truth reigns, youth never fades, and harmony is the law of the land. But paradise is thrown into turmoil when a Londoner crash-lands in Arcadia, bewildering the locals with tales of modern wickedness and city life. Determined to restore balance, Arcadian sisters Sombra and Chrysea travel to London, hoping to civilise the metropolis with their values of honesty and simplicity. Originally opening in the West End in 1909, The Arcadians enjoyed an extraordinary 809-performance run before transferring to Broadway. With music by Lionel Monckton and Howard Talbot and lyrics by Arthur Wimperis, it remains a sparkling example of Edwardian musical theatre. The Stage once described the score as 'an absolute winner.' This summer's revival has been adapted by Ifor Phillips, who marks his 60th production with Haverfordwest Operatic Society. He also serves as Musical Director. 'After so many years with HOS, I still find immense joy in watching a show come together,' said Mr Phillips. 'The Arcadians reminds us how uplifting theatre can be. It's classic Edwardian charm with plenty of laughs and a touch of magic.' The production includes musical numbers such as The Pipes of Pan, The Girl with The Brogue, and the showstopping All Down Piccadilly. In a special guest appearance, Pembrokeshire's own Emily Davis returns to the local stage in the lead role. Known to audiences as cabaret performer 'Blodwen,' Emily began her journey with HOS before launching a successful career that has included performances at the Wales Millennium Centre and the Edinburgh Fringe. 'It's lovely to be back with HOS,' said Emily. 'The Arcadians is such a fab show and I'm having so much fun popping down to Pembs and revisiting my old haunts!' Mr Phillips added: 'It's always a source of pride to see former members flourish. It's even better when they return to share their gifts with the community that nurtured them.' Performance dates and venues Tuesday 3 June @ 7:30pm – Broad Haven Hall Thursday 5 June @ 7:30pm – Clarbeston Road Hall Saturday 7 June @ 7:30pm – Fishguard Masonic Hall Tuesday 10 June @ 7:30pm – Torch Theatre (Studio) Running time: 2 hours (including interval) Family-friendly. Tickets: £10 (cash on the door). Torch Theatre tickets via Box Office. Cast and crew: Performer: HOS Musical Theatre Company Guest star: Emily Davis ('Her secret weapon, unquestionably, is her voice' – Cabaret Scenes) Musical Director/Director: Ifor Phillips Assistant Director/Producer: Tracey Crane Pianist: Gerry Nicholas
Arabian Business
07-05-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Agthia solidifies position as water segment leader with Riviere acquisition
Agthia Group will triple its household customer base after completing 100 per cent acquisition of Riviere Mineral Water Desalination & Filling Factory, one of the UAE's largest players in the bottled water home and office services (HOS) category. Agthia already has a strong portfolio of bottled water brands, including Al Ain Water, Al Bayan, VOSS and Alpin, and the acquisition of Riviere further cements its leadership in the segment. The company will also benefit from the integration of Riviere's substantial operational infrastructure, which includes three bottling facilities across Abu Dhabi and Dubai, a fleet of over 160 delivery trucks, and more than 780 employees. This will immediately enhance manufacturing capabilities, streamline distribution, and strengthen customer service. Alan Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Agthia Group, commented: 'The successful closing of this acquisition marks another milestone in Agthia's journey of strategic growth and market leadership in the water segment. 'Riviere's strong brand, deep customer relationships, and operational excellence perfectly complement our existing capabilities, enabling us to serve a broader customer base and drive long-term sustainable value. We look forward to integrating Riviere into the Agthia family and realising the full potential of this strategic combination.' The acquisition will be immediately earnings accretive and result in an approximately 6.5 per cent increase to Agthia's Water & Food segment revenues. Ali Moideen Kankayel, Co-owner of Riviere, added: 'Riviere has built a legacy of trust, reliability, and customer-first service in the UAE's home and office water market. As we move forward with Agthia, I am confident that this partnership will amplify our impact and open new paths for growth.' Riviere will continue to operate under its established brand, ensuring continuity for customers and maximising brand equity. Established in 2004, the Group is one of the region's leading food and beverage companies headquartered in Abu Dhabi and part of ADQ. It has evolved into a diversified, multi-category F&B leader with a strong regional footprint across the Middle East and Turkey. The group's integrated portfolio includes market-leading brands across four key categories – Water & Food, Snacking, Protein & Frozen and Agri-Business. It has more than 12,000 employees across its operations.
Business Wire
30-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
AMERICAN WATER REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2025 RESULTS ON TRACK
CAMDEN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK) today reported results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, of $1.05 per share, compared to $0.95 per share for the same quarter in 2024. 'The company has delivered solid first quarter results and we are affirming our long-term targets for both earnings and dividend growth at 7 to 9 percent based upon our clear capital growth plan, and strong regulatory and operational execution, which are all key to delivering safe, clean, reliable and affordable services to our customers,' said John Griffith, President of American Water. 'As we look ahead, I'm confident our company has the right strategies to continue to deliver the services our customers depend on and investors value,' added Griffith. 'I'm excited to have a team surrounding me that has tremendous experience delivering on our high standards for financial and operational success.' 2025 EPS Guidance and Long-Term Financial Targets Affirmed The company affirms its 2025 earnings per share guidance range of $5.65 to $5.75, which includes approximately $0.10 per share of incremental interest income resulting from the early 2024 amendment to the terms of the secured seller note receivable from the 2021 sale of HOS. The company also affirms its long-term financial targets, including its long-term EPS and dividend growth rate targets of 7-9%. The company's earnings forecasts are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, those described under 'Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Statements' below and under 'Risk Factors' in its annual, quarterly, and current reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ('SEC'). Consolidated Results For the three months ended March 31, 2025, earnings per share were $1.05 compared to $0.95 per share in the same period in 2024. Results include increased revenues from implementation of new rates in the Regulated Businesses from the recovery of capital and acquisition investments. Results also reflect increased operating costs and higher depreciation and financing costs to support the current capital investment plan. Results for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, include incremental interest income of $0.03 and $0.02 per share, respectively, resulting from the early 2024 amendment to the secured seller note from the sale of the former HOS business. The company is on track to meet its capital investment plan for the year with investments of $518 million in the first three months of 2025. The company plans to invest a total of approximately $3.3 billion across its footprint in 2025. Regulated Businesses In the first quarter of 2025, the Regulated Businesses' net income was $201 million, compared to $185 million for the same period in 2024. Operating revenues increased $121 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, as compared to the same period in 2024. The increase in operating revenues was primarily a result of authorized revenue increases from completed general rate cases and infrastructure proceedings for the recovery of incremental capital and acquisition investments. Since January 1, 2025, the company has been authorized additional annualized revenues of $161 million, with $138 million from general rate cases and $23 million from infrastructure surcharges. The company has general rate cases in progress in three jurisdictions and has filed for an infrastructure surcharge in one jurisdiction, reflecting a total annualized revenue request of $100 million. Operating expenses were higher by $78 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, as compared to the same period in 2024. Operating expenses were higher primarily due to an increase in employee related costs, as well as general taxes associated with increased capital investment and other operation and maintenance costs related to acquisitions closed in 2024. Operating expenses also include depreciation expense, which was higher by $29 million in the same period, due to the increase in capital investment. Interest expense was higher by $17 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, as compared to the same period in 2024, as a result of incremental short and long-term debt primarily to fund capital investments. Long-Term Debt Offering On February 27, 2025, the company completed an offering of $800 million aggregate principal amount of 5.250% senior notes due 2035. The proceeds from the offering were used (i) to lend funds to American Water and the Regulated Businesses; (ii) to repay at maturity AWCC's 3.400% Senior Notes due 2025; (iii) to repay commercial paper obligations of AWCC; and (iv) for general corporate purposes. Dividends On March 4, 2025, the Company paid a quarterly cash dividend of $0.7650 per share to shareholders of record as of February 7, 2025. On April 30, 2025, the company's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend payment of $0.8275 per share, payable on June 3, 2025, to shareholders of record as of May 13, 2025. 2025 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call The conference call to discuss first quarter 2025 earnings, 2025 earnings guidance, and long-term targets will take place on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at 9 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. Interested parties may listen to an audio webcast through a link on the company's Investor Relations website at Presentation slides that will be used in conjunction with the earnings conference call will also be made available online in advance at The company recognizes its website as a key channel of distribution to reach public investors and as a means of disclosing material non-public information to comply with its obligations under SEC Regulation FD. Following the earnings conference call, a replay of the audio webcast will be available for one year on American Water's investor relations website at About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK), a large capitalization value company, is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. For more information, visit and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. Throughout this press release, unless the context otherwise requires, references to the 'company' and 'American Water' mean American Water Works Company, Inc. and all of its subsidiaries, taken together as a whole. All statements related to earnings and earnings per share refer to diluted earnings and diluted earnings per share. Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this press release including, without limitation, 2025 earnings guidance, the company's long-term financial, growth and dividend targets, the ability to achieve the company's strategies and goals, customer affordability and acquired customer growth, the outcome of the company's pending acquisition activity, the amount and allocation of projected capital expenditures, and estimated revenues from rate cases and other government agency authorizations, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and the Federal securities laws. In some cases, these forward-looking statements can be identified by words with prospective meanings such as 'intend,' 'plan,' 'estimate,' 'believe,' 'anticipate,' 'expect,' 'predict,' 'project,' 'propose,' 'assume,' 'forecast,' 'outlook,' 'likely,' 'uncertain,' 'future,' 'pending,' 'goal,' 'objective,' 'potential,' 'continue,' 'seek to,' 'may,' 'can,' 'will,' 'should' and 'could' and or the negative of such terms or other variations or similar expressions. These forward-looking statements are predictions based on American Water's current expectations and assumptions regarding future events. They are not guarantees or assurances of any outcomes, financial results, levels of activity, performance or achievements, and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon them. The forward-looking statements are subject to a number of estimates, assumptions, known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors. Actual results may vary materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements included in this press release as a result of the factors discussed in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, and subsequent filings with the SEC, and because of factors such as: the decisions of governmental and regulatory bodies, including decisions to raise or lower customer rates; the timeliness and outcome of regulatory commissions' and other authorities' actions concerning rates, capital structure, authorized return on equity, capital investment, system acquisitions and dispositions, taxes, permitting, water supply and management, and other decisions; changes in customer demand for, and patterns of use of, water and energy, such as may result from conservation efforts, or otherwise; limitations on the availability of the company's water supplies or sources of water, or restrictions on its use thereof, resulting from allocation rights, governmental or regulatory requirements and restrictions, drought, overuse or other factors; a loss of one or more large industrial or commercial customers due to adverse economic conditions, or other factors; present and future proposed changes in laws, governmental regulations and policies, including with respect to the environment (such as, for example, potential improvements or changes to existing Federal regulations with respect to lead and copper service lines and galvanized steel pipe), health and safety, data and consumer privacy, security and protection, water quality and water quality accountability, contaminants of emerging concern (including without limitation per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (collectively, 'PFAS')), public utility and tax regulations and policies, and impacts resulting from U.S., state and local elections and changes in federal, state and local executive administrations; the company's ability to collect, distribute, use, secure and store consumer data in compliance with current or future governmental laws, regulations and policies with respect to data and consumer privacy, security and protection; weather conditions and events, climate variability patterns, and natural disasters, including drought or abnormally high rainfall, prolonged and abnormal ice or freezing conditions, strong winds, coastal and intercoastal flooding, pandemics and epidemics, earthquakes, landslides, hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, electrical storms, sinkholes and solar flares; the outcome of litigation and similar governmental and regulatory proceedings, investigations or actions; the risks associated with the company's aging infrastructure, and its ability to appropriately improve the resiliency of or maintain, update, redesign and/or replace, current or future infrastructure and systems, including its technology and other assets, and manage the expansion of its businesses; exposure or infiltration of the company's technology and critical infrastructure systems, including the disclosure of sensitive, personal or confidential information contained therein, through physical or cyber attacks or other means, and impacts from required or voluntary public and other disclosures, as well as civil class action and other litigation or legal, regulatory or administrative proceedings, related thereto; the company's ability to obtain permits and other approvals for projects and construction, update, redesign and/or replacement of various water and wastewater facilities; changes in the company's capital requirements; the company's ability to control operating expenses and to achieve operating efficiencies, and the company's ability to create, maintain and promote initiatives and programs that support the affordability of the company's regulated utility services; the intentional or unintentional actions of a third party, including contamination of the company's water supplies or the water provided to its customers; the company's ability to obtain and have delivered adequate and cost-effective supplies of pipe, equipment (including personal protective equipment), chemicals, power and other fuel, water and other raw materials, and to address or mitigate supply chain constraints that may result in delays or shortages in, as well as increased costs of, supplies, products and materials that are critical to or used in the company's business operations; the company's ability to successfully meet its operational growth projections, either individually or in the aggregate, and capitalize on growth opportunities, including, among other things, with respect to: acquiring, closing and successfully integrating regulated operations, including without limitation the company's ability to (i) obtain required regulatory approvals for such acquisitions, (ii) prevail in litigation or other challenges related to such acquisitions, and (iii) recover in rates the fair value of assets of the acquired regulated operations; the company's Military Services Group entering into new military installation contracts, price redeterminations, and other agreements and contracts, with the U.S. government; and realizing anticipated benefits and synergies from new acquisitions; risks and uncertainties following the completion of the sale of the company's former HOS business, including: the company's ability to receive amounts due, payable and owing to the company under the amended secured seller note when due; and the ability of the company to redeploy successfully and timely the net proceeds of this transaction into the company's Regulated Businesses; risks and uncertainties associated with contracting with the U.S. government, including ongoing compliance with applicable government procurement, security and cybersecurity regulations; cost overruns relating to improvements in or the expansion of the company's operations; the company's ability to successfully develop and implement new technologies and to protect related intellectual property; the company's ability to maintain safe work sites; the company's exposure to liabilities related to environmental laws and regulations, including those enacted or adopted and under consideration, and the substances related thereto, including without limitation copper, lead and galvanized steel, PFAS and other contaminants of emerging concern, and similar matters resulting from, among other things, water and wastewater service provided to customers; the ability of energy providers, state governments and other third parties to achieve or fulfill their greenhouse gas emission reduction goals, including without limitation through stated renewable portfolio standards and carbon transition plans; changes in general economic, political, business and financial market conditions; access to sufficient debt and/or equity capital on satisfactory terms and as needed to support operations and capital expenditures; fluctuations in inflation or interest rates, and the company's ability to address or mitigate the impacts thereof; the ability to comply with affirmative or negative covenants in the current or future indebtedness of the company or any of its subsidiaries, or the issuance of new or modified credit ratings or outlooks by credit rating agencies with respect to the company or any of its subsidiaries (or any current or future indebtedness thereof), which could increase financing costs or funding requirements and affect the company's or its subsidiaries' ability to issue, repay or redeem debt, pay dividends or make distributions; fluctuations in the value of, or assumptions and estimates related to, its benefit plan assets and liabilities, including with respect to its pension and other post-retirement benefit plans, that could increase expenses and plan funding requirements; changes in federal or state general, income and other tax laws, including (i) future significant tax legislation or regulations (including without limitation impacts related to the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax), and (ii) the availability of, or the company's compliance with, the terms of applicable tax credits and tax abatement programs; migration of customers into or out of the company's service territories and changes in water and energy consumption resulting therefrom; the use by municipalities of the power of eminent domain or other authority to condemn the systems of one or more of the company's utility subsidiaries, including without limitation litigation and other proceedings with respect to the water system assets of the company's California subsidiary located in Monterey, California, or the assertion by private landowners of similar rights against such utility subsidiaries; any difficulty or inability to obtain insurance for the company, its inability to obtain insurance at acceptable rates and on acceptable terms and conditions, or its inability to obtain reimbursement under existing or future insurance programs and coverages for any losses sustained; the incurrence of impairment charges, changes in fair value and other adjustments related to the company's goodwill or the value of its other assets; labor actions, including work stoppages and strikes; the company's ability to retain and attract highly qualified and skilled employees and talent; civil disturbances or unrest, or terrorist threats or acts, or public apprehension about future disturbances, unrest, or terrorist threats or acts; and the impact of new, and changes to existing, accounting standards. These forward-looking statements are qualified by, and should be read together with, the risks and uncertainties set forth above, and the risk factors included in American Water's annual, quarterly and other SEC filings, and readers should refer to such risks, uncertainties and risk factors in evaluating such forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statements American Water makes shall speak only as of the date of this press release. American Water does not have any obligation, and specifically disclaims any undertaking or intention, to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, changed circumstances or otherwise. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for the company to predict all such factors. Furthermore, it may not be possible to assess the impact of any such factor on the company's businesses, either viewed independently or together, or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. The foregoing factors should not be construed as exhaustive. AWK-IR American Water Works Company, Inc. and Subsidiary Companies Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (In millions, except share and per share data) March 31, 2025 December 31, 2024 ASSETS Property, plant and equipment $ 35,466 $ 35,059 Accumulated depreciation (7,089 ) (7,021 ) Property, plant and equipment, net 28,377 28,038 Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents 114 96 Restricted funds 18 29 Accounts receivable, net of allowance for uncollectible accounts of $57 and $53, respectively 380 416 Income tax receivable 23 25 Unbilled revenues 332 315 Materials and supplies 107 103 Other 220 231 Total current assets 1,194 1,215 Regulatory and other long-term assets: Regulatory assets 1,162 1,150 Secured seller promissory note from the sale of the Homeowner Services Group 795 795 Operating lease right-of-use assets 87 89 Goodwill 1,144 1,144 Other 397 399 Total regulatory and other long-term assets 3,585 3,577 Total assets $ 33,156 $ 32,830 Expand American Water Works Company, Inc. and Subsidiary Companies Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (In millions, except share and per share data) March 31, 2025 December 31, 2024 CAPITALIZATION AND LIABILITIES Capitalization: Common stock ($0.01 par value; 500,000,000 shares authorized; 200,512,663 and 200,371,701 shares issued, respectively) $ 2 $ 2 Paid-in-capital 8,611 8,598 Retained earnings 2,317 2,112 Accumulated other comprehensive income 2 12 Treasury stock, at cost (5,501,396 and 5,451,216 shares, respectively) (398 ) (392 ) Total common shareholders' equity 10,534 10,332 Long-term debt 13,318 12,518 Redeemable preferred stock at redemption value 3 3 Total long-term debt 13,321 12,521 Total capitalization 23,855 22,853 Current liabilities: Short-term debt 999 879 Current portion of long-term debt 114 637 Accounts payable 240 346 Accrued liabilities 539 791 Accrued taxes 228 156 Accrued interest 131 111 Other 196 230 Total current liabilities 2,447 3,150 Regulatory and other long-term liabilities: Advances for construction 396 383 Deferred income taxes and investment tax credits 2,936 2,881 Regulatory liabilities 1,400 1,416 Operating lease liabilities 75 76 Accrued pension expense 212 217 Other 252 277 Total regulatory and other long-term liabilities 5,271 5,250 Contributions in aid of construction 1,583 1,577 Commitments and contingencies Total capitalization and liabilities $ 33,156 $ 32,830 Expand
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Circle the dates: International Roadcheck set for mid-May
International Roadcheck will be May 13-15 this year. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance announced the dates Wednesday. The focus of Roadcheck this year will be both compliance with federal hours-of-service regulations and tire Roadcheck is important not only because of the inspections in the U.S., Canada and Mexico over the focus areas and other safety regulations, but also because it tends to tighten up truck capacity for a few days as some truck drivers, mostly independent owner-operators, stay home for the duration of the event. This is what the Outbound Tender Rejection Index did last May when Road Check week began on May 14. A movement higher–presumably because of drivers beginning to stay home–began a few days before the actual inspections began. In a sheet released by CVSA that accompanied the announcement of the date, the agency said inspectors would be looking for a variety of indicators in the two focus areas. For tires, CVSA identified, among others: low tread depth, 'audible' air leaks, flat tires, exposed treads, tread or sidewall separation, bulges in a sidewall, improper repairs, and items lodged between dual the record-of-duty status (RODS) data carried by a truck driver, the potential violations CVSA said its inspectors would be looking at include tampering with ELDs; a 'ghost driver,' or as it defined it, 'claiming a co-driver when there is no codriver present'; 'improper use' of the personal conveyance exemption, always a hot topic with HOS because it allows driving in excess of the rules if the driver is, for example, driving home or somewhere else without any commercial activity as part of the trip; improper use of other exceptions that are built into the HOS rules; and improperly logging off-duty time. The standard inspection is Level I. It involves a 37-step procedure 'that includes an examination of driver operating requirements and vehicle mechanical fitness,' CVSA said. If a vehicle passes a Level I or Level V inspection, it receives a CVSA decal. That sticker is good for three months of protection against further inspections. A CVSA Level V inspection is like a Level I inspection, but according to the definition of CVSA levels, a driver is not present during the Level V inspection. An out-of-service violation handed down keeps a truck off the road until all the violations have been 'properly addressed,' CVSA said. Last year, according to CVSA, the vehicle out-of-service rate after Roadcheck was 23% and the driver out-of-service rate was 4.8%. Roadcheck last year was May 14-16. If for some reason an inspector can only conduct less rigorous Level II or Level III inspections, a truck that passes that inspection does not receive the decal handed out after a Level I or Level V inspection. More articles by John Kingston XPO lawsuit against 2 ex-employees gives look into noncompete agreementsChalk up another nuclear verdict: More than $21M in Los Angeles case 'What did these men do?' judge asks in throwing out indictment of NFI's Brown The post Circle the dates: International Roadcheck set for mid-May appeared first on FreightWaves.
