Important Websites for Safety & DOT Compliance

Important Websites for Safety & DOT Compliance

We know that there are many ways to obtain information on your company, your clients or vendors.  It is important to know what information is available, and whether or not it is correct.

The websites listed below are from the most current list, provided to us from the DOT.  We hope they become a useful tool for you.

What is the official website for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration?    

        www.fmcsa.dot.gov 

 How can I locate the nearest field office? 

       www..fmcsa.dot.gov/aboutus/aboutus.htm

Where can I obtain information about federal safety regulations and interpretations?

       www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rulesregs/fmcsrhome.htm

How can I obtain a USDOT #?  

      www.fmcsa.dot.gov/factsfigs/formspubs.htm

Where can I find descriptive statistics and analysis regarding the truck & bus industries?

      http://ai.volpe.dot.gov

How can I obtain information about a motor carrier, broker, or freight forwarder?

       http://fmcsa-li.volpe.dot.gov

Where can I file forms and pay fees for registration, insurance, and fines?

       http://div.dot.gov

How can I obtain a motor carrier's profile? 

      www.safersys.org/snpquery.asp

Where can I find detailed information on a motor carrier's safety performance?

       http://ao.volpe.dot.gov

How can I change the name or address of my business online?

       http://div.dot.gov

Where can I find detailed information about a motor carrier's safety ratings, inspections, etc?

       http://www.safersys.org/snpquery.asp

How do I report safety violations?

       www.fmcsa.dot.gov/pdfs/safetyviolationrpt.pdf

Where can I find information about transportation of Hazardous Materials?

        hazmat.dot.gov