Transportation

Washington – For 2016, the federal government is cutting in half the number of random drug tests commercial motor carriers are required to conduct.

Morgantown, WV – Long-haul truck drivers face unrealistic deadlines that may contribute to risky behaviors and put them at greater risk of injury, according to a new survey from NIOSH.

Boston – Many parents don’t know that their teen children disregard basic rules of driving and engage in potentially dangerous behavior behind the wheel, according to a report from Liberty Mutual Insurance and Students Against Destructive Decisions.

Columbus, OH – Workers with pre-diabetes who participate in workplace intervention programs may lose more weight and consume less fat, according to new research from Ohio State University.

Washington – The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a notice of proposed rulemaking intended to improve protection for “underride” crashes in which smaller vehicles slam into the back of large trucks and slide underneath.

Washington – Commercial motor vehicle drivers soon will be required to use electronic logging devices instead of paper logs to document hours-of-service records, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced Dec. 10.

Washington – The Governors Highway Safety Association is calling on all rear-seat passengers to buckle up in light of a new report showing that nearly 1,000 people killed in motor vehicle crashes while in the back seat in 2013 were unrestrained.

Washington – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration no longer will publicly display most information involving motor carriers’ safety performances.

Washington – NIOSH has opened its Center for Maritime Safety and Health Studies, intended to advance the safety of seafaring workers.

Washington – The Department of Transportation wants to remind urine test collectors about what constitutes the acceptable use of electronic forms instead of paper forms.