National Registry Verification For Federal Medical Card Updates
There have been long coming updates to the Federal Medical Card process that are now in effect. The medical examiner completing the medical examination now completes the “self certification” process by submitting commercial vehicle driver medical exam results to the FMCSA and State Driver’s Licensing Agencies (SDLAs) through the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners. Examiners must submit the update by midnight of the calendar day following the exam, per the rule.
2025 CVSA Annual Roadside Blitz
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Roadcheck will be held May 13th, 14th, and 15th 2025.
FMCSA Clearinghouse II
Beginning November 18th, 2024, state licensing agencies are required to remove commercial driving privileges to drivers in a “Prohibited” status in the Clearinghouse. The license will continue to be downgraded until the driver completes the Return to Duty process.
2024 UCR Unified Carrier Registration
2024 UCR Registration is almost here! Filing for the 2024 UCR registration will open on 10/01/2023, registration should be completed by 12/31/2023. UCR registration is required for all carriers and brokers involved in interstate operations. Fee structure for this depends on the number of units involved in interstate operation.
Driver Qualification Road Tests
Part of having someone drive a commercial vehicle for you is to make sure that they are actually qualified to operate the vehicle they intend to drive. Part of this qualification is having them perform a road test per § 391.33.
Positive DOT Drug Tests
What happens when a driver has a positive DOT drug test? Read our blog to learn more.
Common Mistakes Carriers Make
The trucking industry has not shortage of rules and regulations to follow, they can be confusing and overwhelming even for the experienced trucker. Read more to learn some of the biggest mistakes we see carriers make.
Johnson DOT Services Carrier Portal Launch
Our long awaited Carrier Portal has now launched! This service is available to existing and new customers. The Carrier Portal will be used to securely access, store, and share documents between the Customer and Johnson DOT Services.
Updating Your USDOT Number
USDOT numbers must be updated at minimum every two years to meet the Biennial update requirement, regardless of whether you conduct interstate or intrastate travel, even if you have not had changes to your operations.
Post Accident Drug Testing
Learn more about post accident drug screenings. Talk to Johnson DOT Services to help guide you through the process.
New Website Launch
Johnson DOT Services launched a new website, looking to streamline the process of our existing customers and make things easier for our new customers. We look forward to serving you.