- Find people that can think in advance and can find a solution in every situation
- People that pays attention to details gives them super power to end up on their legs in every situation
- Problem solvers that can fix the broken pieces
15. Maintain Great Safety Rating
We all know how important is to maintain great safety rating from the beginning to infinity. Starting trucking company is not just buying trucks and find a bunch of people, trucking is more than that. Managing the drivers to perform nearly perfect driving record respecting the federal regulation is one task that needs to be crossed.
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) measures a carrier’s compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and provides the safety data through the Safety and Fitness Electronic Record (SAFER) website.
The review of the motor carrier operating includes:
- Commercial drivers license requirements
- Accidents
- Hazardous materials
- Hours of service
- Maintenance and inspection
- Driver qualification
Brokers are hiring trucking companies with great safety record because they know that the freight will be transported safely.
16. Have a Good Insurance
Good insurance is a great way of starting trucking company because the things can always go bad with the freight or the truck. Protect the freight and sleep better because the cost that needs to be covered without insurance can be your only and final impact.
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Always … Always be aware of the possibilities that something might be damaged during the transportation. This is the way to protect the freight and your company.
17. Make A Contract With Gas Station That Have Quality Fuel
The fuel is the important thing for the truck to perform the hauling but keep in mind that every diesel fuel is not with the same quality. Is cheap diesel fuel always a bad choice? I wouldn’t say that but however when starting trucking company important is to consult with some friends that are for a while in the trucking business. Ask them about their experience and where it the best place to fuel your truck.
