Compliance Center
Owning and managing a business is not an easy task.
Other than the weather, Government Regulation impacts your business more than anything else. The IGIA created this COMPLIANCE CENTER to inform and keep your current on most of the regulation that government imposes on you. If you are not certain about a specific regulation or would like to keep abreast of the latest information, please check back often as we will keep updating this section on a regular basis. In addition, you will be notified via email when a new regulatory link has been posted.
Resources
New Rules regarding Ban on Hand-Held Cellular Phones for Drivers of CMVs
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced a final rule specifically prohibiting interstate truck and bus drivers from using hand-held cell phones while operating their vehicles. The joint rule from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is the latest action by the U.S. Department of Transportation to end distracted driving.
The final rule prohibits commercial drivers from using a hand-held mobile telephone while operating a commercial truck or bus. Drivers who violate the restriction will face federal civil penalties of up to $2,750 for each offense and disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle for multiple offenses. Additionally, states will suspend a driver's commercial driver's license (CDL) after two or more serious traffic violations. Commercial truck and bus companies that allow their drivers to use hand-held cell phones while driving will face a maximum penalty of $11,000. Approximately four million commercial drivers would be affected by this final rule.
Compliance Posters
Most if not all business owners receive threatening letters in the U.S. Mail regarding the posting of Labor Law Posters. These letters are very confusing and many green industry business owners are not sure which ones are legitimate. Now, you can receive more information about these posters the IGIA Compliance Center. These are also available to download in printable format (pdf). You also can send this to a Kinkos or a local printer for a larger version.
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