DOT Safety Group

New and proposed regulations make the compliance landscape forever changing. For those who do not keep up with the change -- violations and monetary penalties result. Many companies look for someone to offer consulting, updating, simulated auditing, driver training and processing, and information on the latest in regulatory requirements.

DOT Safety Group is a staff of professionals dedicated to ensuring our clients are in full compliance with DOT rules and regulations. We will walk your company through every step necessary to increase your safety record and achieve full compliance.

DQ File Preparation & Maintenance

We ensure that all your drivers are in compliance with CFR 49, Part 391 before they drive your commercial motor vehicle.  Our custom computer database tracks your drivers month after month.  We inform you of any upcoming requirements and work with you to assure your drivers stay in compliance.

Professional Log Auditing Service

Our log book auditing program consists of trained log book auditors visually scrutinizing each log for form and manner, as well as violations. We then input logs into our state of the art log auditing program that tracks over-hour violations, speeding and other violations not in compliance with CFR 49, Part 395.

Drug & Alcohol Testing Program

Outsourcing administration of your testing programs with DOT Safety Group (DSG) is an easy and cost effective way to comply with state, federal, and insurance requirements. DSG is expert in managing driver testing under the provisions of the FMCSR, sections §382 and §40. Non compliance can result in large monetary penalties being assessed.

Federal Compliance Auditing Program

Employing an outside firm to perform a DOT compliance review gives you an opportunity to review your compliance status from a completely objective, unbiased perspective.  After all, that's the perspective a DOT auditor will have when performing an official audit. Our compliance review process covers all documents that the auditor will be reviewing. They are  driver qualification files, and drug and alcohol testing records, driver daily logs and Hours of Service records, vehicle inspection records, maintenance records, training records, accident record keeping and insurance documents.  A comprehensive summary report is provided after each review and recommendations are made for taking immediate corrective action.

MC Authority & USDOT Number Applications

We can assist you with the process of filing for your federal interstate common or contract  carrier authority from FMCSA, as well as your USDOT number.  Our fees are very competitive, and include handling all of the paperwork issues, providing your required process agent service, and coordinating with your insurance provider to get the necessary proof of insurance filings completed and filed, as quickly as possible.  We will monitor your application to ensure that you get your authority without undo delay.  We offer a very personal level of service in this area and stay in contact with you regularly throughout the process so you stay as informed as we are about your filing status.  We also offer the service of filing for your Uniform Carrier Registration account and base state IFTA account in conjunction with this service.

New York State Authority Applications

We can assist you with the process of filing for your NYSDOT common or contract carrier authority from NYSDOT, as well as your NYSDOT number Our fees are very competitive, and include handling all of the paperwork issues, and coordinating with your insurance provider to get the necessary proof of insurance filings completed and filed, as quickly as possible. We will monitor your application to ensure that you get your authority without undo delay.  We offer a very personal level of service in this area and stay in contact with you regularly throughout the process so you stay as informed as we are about your filing status.

The process of filing annual renewals of IRP, UCR, NYS HUT and Federal Heavy Use Tax (IRS Form 2290) is a time-consuming and tedious process.  As a part of a package of services, we offer these annual services at a very reasonable rate.  We can also process any supplemental filings you may need as a result of adding equipment during the middle of the year.

Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports Review

Driver vehicle inspection reports are an integral part of any company attaining a quality safety and compliance record.  We offer a monthly review of all DVIR's that will save your company time and money.

Inspection, Repair & Maintenance Records Review

Safety Seminars & Meetings for Drivers and Management

We offer a variety of safety meeting and seminar topics. We will  provide a quality educational experience for all personnel that will increase safety and compliance.

Policy & Procedure Development Services

We will assist you in developing and writing policies and procedures for all aspects of your business.

Regulatory Guidance Assistance

Many questions have many answers...but only the correct can help you. We will assist motor carriers in getting the correct answers to their regulatory questions.  If needed we will write a letter to the proper regulatory  agency to request a written interpretation, on your behalf.

FMCSA Regulations Updates

We will update you with all changes in Federal Regulations, as they happen, so you can remain compliant with the DOT.

Challenges to SafeStat Data

If you believe you have been improperly cited for a violation during a roadside inspection we will initiate a Data Query and fight to have the violation expunged from your Safe Stat record.

Representation During Compliance Reviews & Audits

Federal Compliance Reviews and State Compliance Audits can create fear.  Let us put your fear to rest.  We offer representation at both Federal Compliance Reviews & State Compliance Reviews.  We will assist you in preparation to ensure all documents will be ready for the auditor and will assist you in answering the auditor's questions, during the audit.

Expert Testimony

Our years of industry and regulatory expertise allows us to offer a unique service. We are available to appear on your behalf for all non criminal matters and supply the court with expert testimony in regards to your tickets.

Violation & Penalty Review and DOT Fine Negotiations

We have a solid knowledge of the regulations and that can save your company money! We will review violations your company has received  to ascertain their validity. If they are not valid we will strive to have  them dismissed. If they are valid we will negotiate to have the fines reduced.