New Mexico-based
Bobby Cleveland was issued an imminent hazard out-of-service order after he was
involved in a crash in April in which he overturned his truck and tanker, which
was loaded with 2,400 gallons of propane. The propane spilled across Interstate
40, causing the highway to close temporarily.
In the second
imminent hazard out-of-service order issued to a driver this month, the
Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has
shut down South Carolina-based trucker Arnold Bradford Williams after he was
charged with reckless homicide and possessing an open alcohol beverage
container. The charges follow an arrest made after Williams’ crashed his truck
and trailer on I-526 into four stopped vehicles.
This can and has happened in North Carolina. This is clearly why a company must qualify it's drivers, monitor their behavior and driving habits and take meaningful corrective action when necessary. Having meaningful company policies is the first step toward compliance with DOT Regulations. Call me if you need assistance.
http://www.etrucker.com/ovd/dot-shuts-down-another-driver-after-fatal-accident
http://www.ccjdigital.com/fmcsa-shuts-down-two-drivers-following-accidents-while-dui/