DOT Compliance Resources
Practical resources for motor carriers, DOT compliance providers and fleet safety teams.
DOT compliance reference library
Use the resource library for practical checklists and guides connected to carrier compliance, driver records, audits and ongoing safety controls.
Driver Qualification File Checklist 2026: Free PDF
Download a practical 2026 DQ file checklist with initial, 30-day, annual, medical and retention controls tied to current 49 CFR Part 391 requirements.
Download FreeWho Is Exempt from UCR Registration? Eligibility Guide
Check common UCR eligibility questions about intrastate work, owner-operators, private carriers, brokers and smaller vehicles.
UCR Fees for 2027: Fleet Brackets and 2026 Comparison
See all six 2027 UCR fee brackets, from $55 for 0 to 2 vehicles, with a 2026 comparison and examples of how the per-entity…
DOT Consortium Fee Comparison Worksheet
Compare enrollment, renewals, testing charges and administrative services before selecting a consortium or C/TPA.
DOT Audit Evidence Request Tracker
Track requested records, missing items, responsible staff and completion dates before an audit or document review.
SAP Evaluation Fee Comparison Worksheet
A blank worksheet to compare SAP evaluation fees, availability and separate treatment or testing charges.
IFTA Quarterly Mileage and Fuel Log Template 2026: Free PDF
Download per-jurisdiction mileage and fuel log sheets with the quarterly deadline table and the record retention basics IFTA auditors expect.
FMCSA Corrective Action Plan Template 2026: Free PDF
Download a corrective action plan template with root cause prompts, sample corrective actions by violation area and FMCSA submission tips.
MCS-150 Biennial Update Guide and Worksheet 2026: Free PDF
Download a biennial update guide and worksheet: who must file, the USDOT number deadline rule, what to gather and what missing the filing costs.
FMCSA Clearinghouse Annual Query Policy Template 2026: Free PDF
Download an annual query policy template with consent wording, a limited vs full query explainer and a query tracking log for Part 382 Subpart…
Vehicle Maintenance Log Template 2026: Free PDF
Download a 2026 commercial vehicle maintenance log for unit identity, PM schedules, inspections, repairs, defects and annual inspection dates.
DOT Drug and Alcohol Policy Template 2026: Free PDF
Download a Part 382 policy planning template covering drivers, prohibited conduct, testing, refusals, consequences, records and acknowledgment.
CSA Score Improvement Plan Worksheet 2026: Free PDF
Download a practical CSA improvement worksheet for SMS baseline review, Safety Management Cycle root causes, actions and 30-60-90 day measures.
Accident Register Template 2026: Free PDF
Download a 2026 motor carrier accident register with 49 CFR 390.15 fields, file-review controls and a corrective-action worksheet.
Pre-Trip Inspection Form 2026: Free PDF
Download a practical property-carrying CMV pre-trip form covering cab, brakes, steering, tires, coupling, trailer, cargo and defect escalation.
New Entrant Safety Audit Checklist 2026: Free PDF
Download a 2026 audit-readiness checklist covering registration, drivers, testing, HOS, vehicles, accidents and applicable hazardous-materials controls.
Hours of Service Cheat Sheet 2026: Free PDF
Download a two-page property-carrier HOS reference covering 11/14 hours, breaks, 60/70, restart, split sleeper and common exceptions.
Driver Vehicle Inspection Report Template 2026: Free PDF
Download a current DVIR form for defects, carrier repair certification and next-driver review under 49 CFR 396.11 and 396.13.
DOT Inspection Checklist 2026: Free PDF
Download a current roadside readiness checklist covering driver records, vehicle condition, cargo and North American Standard Levels I through VIII.
Latest DOT compliance guides
Read current DOT compliance guidance for the filings, records, audits and safety controls supported by the resource library.
A monthly DOT compliance meeting for a small carrier
A focused monthly DOT compliance meeting helps a small carrier resolve open issues, assign ownership, and check the…
Read guideHanding DOT compliance work to a provider: keeping carrier oversight
A carrier can delegate DOT compliance tasks without losing control of decisions, records, access, or follow-up.
Read guideDOT Drug Test Retest: Split Specimens and Employer Duties
A fresh negative test does not overturn a verified DOT positive. The split-specimen procedure checks the original specimen,…
Read guideWho Is Exempt from UCR Registration? Eligibility Guide
Check common UCR eligibility questions about intrastate work, owner-operators, private carriers, brokers and smaller vehicles.
Open resourceUCR Fees for 2027: Fleet Brackets and 2026 Comparison
See all six 2027 UCR fee brackets, from $55 for 0 to 2 vehicles, with a 2026 comparison…
Open resourceDOT Consortium Fee Comparison Worksheet
Compare enrollment, renewals, testing charges and administrative services before selecting a consortium or C/TPA.
Open resourceDOT Audit Evidence Request Tracker
Track requested records, missing items, responsible staff and completion dates before an audit or document review.
Open resourceSAP Evaluation Fee Comparison Worksheet
A blank worksheet to compare SAP evaluation fees, availability and separate treatment or testing charges.
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