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Hours Of Service Rule Changes
FMCSA issued a final rule amending the driver hours of service regulations. By Michael Dodd. -
Four Cylinder Filling Tips
Four cylinder filling tips to reduce the chances of fatality or serious injury to employees and customers. By Michael Dodd -
Propane Cylinder Fire
A recent lawsuit arose from the death of man who was injured when propane leaking from a cylinder ignited. By Michael Dodd. -
Safety Management System
Have you looked at your DOT record or score lately? By Michael Dodd. -
Special Permits, Enforcement Top DOT Agenda
Two recent final rules from DOT may affect GAWDA distributor operations. By Richard P. Schweitzer. -
DOT Audits
The most frequently cited DOT violations related to the gases and welding industry. By Michael Dodd -
Hours of Service Proposal Hits Drivers
FMCSA's new drivers' hours of service proposal would require distributors to reconfigure their dispatch and driver management protocols. By Richard P. Schweitzer -
DOT Filing System
The filing system for driver qualification and drug and alcohol files will make sure you’re ready during a DOT inspection. By Michael Dodd. -
Random Drug and Alcohol Testing
Gases and welding employees involved in interstate commerce must be part of a random drug and alcohol testing program. By Mike Dodd -
PHMSA Publishes Final Rule Limiting Security Plans
PHMSA's new hazmat security plan benefits gases and welding distributors. By Michael Dodd.









