Important DOT Paperwork To Keep In Your Truck At All Times

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Important DOT Paperwork To Keep In Your Truck At All Times

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@jnev9046 3 жыл бұрын

Just passed my first DOT inspection as a Fleet Owner while carrying a load. Thanks to your tips and Folder maintenance, we were able to pass with FLYING COLORS!!!! Thanks for the tips!!! Definitely LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!!!

@OfficialBeeNikki 3 жыл бұрын

Can u send me the things that go into the folder for DOT

@barisUSA1905 Жыл бұрын

Yes can you send it to me too please.. Thank you

@laceybrady3139 Жыл бұрын

Also send to me please

@universeunknown1880 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! One other thing i do is right on the first page once you open a binder i put a sheet of paper with a list of documents in the folder and corresponding page. Quite often you or the DOT officer doesn't need all of the documents, so helping him finding the right document helps both of us.

@TruckingFromScratch 3 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion

@xxkornmetalxx 3 жыл бұрын

Great point. Will do this.

@grace2garden403 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea, a table of contents. Thanks.

@J.Anita24 Жыл бұрын

This is awesome! Thanks

@deepprey2776 3 жыл бұрын

In this order Truck registration, Trailer registration, insurance, ifta. Everything else after IFTA. Make it easy for the cops. I’ve never had them go past the IFTA point in 31 years of driving

@vvllaaddii12 3 жыл бұрын

Yes sir, be safe

@noone-mh4lo 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately you are incorrect, annual inspection is a must lease agreement if you run ender someone authority, KY NY OR NM permits beneficial, most of this state's go electronic latly.ELD reference card and 7 days of logbook is must if running LED. Same tax exemption only good for specific State, most of time just use MC# ...Be safe driver , Me , only 24y.bihind will 48lover and Alaska.

@deepprey2776 2 жыл бұрын

@@noone-mh4lo mine comes from 32 years of driving and paying attention to what they ask for most. They could care less about a hauling contract, that always goes in the very back. No one has ever asked to see it

@sherylclements2846 Ай бұрын

Found this today. Even though 4 years ago, this is really helpful as am putting together an initial document book before I even get my CLP. I was surprised not knowing how much administrative and documentation you must deal with on a daily basis, but am glad I know before starting out. Thank you!! Will look into your other videos!! Like the way you're so organized for sure!

@darrcellemcginnis7504 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent content!!! I didn't realize I could have tax-exempt status for my business.

@klassyred8069 2 жыл бұрын

Did you find out where to find this form?

@rmhotshotdispatch6574 2 жыл бұрын

Just so you don't get into any tax trouble: It's not tax exempt...it's sales tax exempt (and only in a few states). No one is "tax exempt" (unless it's a non profit) lol ;-)

@rmhotshotdispatch6574 2 жыл бұрын

@@klassyred8069 It's available through Indiana. Let me know if you need help

@nikkih7638 Жыл бұрын

@@rmhotshotdispatch6574 i might need some info from you

@nikkih7638 Жыл бұрын

How can i reach you

@aimranemassa5090 4 жыл бұрын

What I really like about is you go straight to the point. No time waste no bulls**t. I really appreciate you!

@melanatedaboriginal4752 4 жыл бұрын

This is Exactly how we keep our records in our trucks also. My Husband has been a owner operator for many, Many years & we've been married for 3 years together for 5 & I have always taken care of all administrative duties, paperwork & all & have NEVER Known That Trucking Companies are Sales Tax Exempt. I have learned something New Thanks to You! I Will Definitely Be looking into this. THANK YOU SO MUCH ! GOD Bless!

@Lizz878 4 жыл бұрын

Mrs Love Jones can you please give me some tips? We just bought a truck and so far have a dot number and insurance what other documents should I be submitting?

@lidahakobyantabolich7967 4 жыл бұрын

@@Lizz878 if you still looking for the answer I can help you. please answer to this comment and we can get in touch. I just finished the paperwork with our company and learnt many things on the way

@nos9k153 4 жыл бұрын

This is the first video I ever seen on KZfaq with zero dislikes , that’s cool !

@bulletproofponds 2 жыл бұрын

This is amazing advice, insight, and tips, David. We used this video in part of our office training for DOT. You make it extremely easy to understand. To say this has been helpful for our small growing company is an understatement. This makes our processes a lot less complicated, and more organized. Thank you so much!

@PadareArt 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for putting this together. I now have my own folder. The information you provide here is invaluable and helps new Owner-operators like me be compliant!🤝

@user-cy5fh8zj4e 10 ай бұрын

Thanks I know someone here was hit with 10k thousands fines for not having cdl for hire endorsement and insurance these fines no joke

@theambitious5974 3 жыл бұрын

I like that you get straight to the point instead of a lot of pointless rambling

@curtisjohnson361 2 жыл бұрын

Supporting my father's dream of operating his own authority and we are having fun navigating the admin obstacles to ensure compliance with all the players. This video definitely squashed a lot of my anxiety brother, thanks for sharing!

@jeanjaniceleontine Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! This was very helpful 😊 My siblings and I just started a trucking business and we have no idea what we’re doing. But this just helped me tremendously for what should be in the truck at all times!

@aquianstanley3909 Жыл бұрын

What type of equipment are y'all operating?

@jeanjaniceleontine Жыл бұрын

@@aquianstanley3909 We're hauling general freight. Also, we're using a regular 26' box truck w/lift gate to get the job done.

@CCodyG 3 жыл бұрын

You are just saving my life right now! Thank you, brother!

@juanallen2897 3 жыл бұрын

Every time I do a search on all the start up processes, a video of yours comes up. Good, to the point videos. Thank you so much.

@TerminusOmega13 2 жыл бұрын

I watched this video right before I started trucking. As soon as I was assigned my own truck I did just this. So far I've only had one officer request this information and he thanked me for having all the papers he needed organized and easy to find, so thank you so much for the advice you shared in this video.

@katinagilland1570 3 жыл бұрын

Mr. McGill you’re always sharing accurate information that’s very imperative for someone starting a new trucking business!! Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge it’s greatly appreciated!!

@minniecarter1865 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your trucking knowledge you are awesome.

@Sirduke7 2 жыл бұрын

I'm new to the box truck business. I just recently purchased my very first truck. So all this information is very helpful

@campshortclip Жыл бұрын

Us hazmat and Ohio hazmat.. I just found your channel. Love it. I'd keep contact info for your compliance service in there. Just to let them know you are playing with a full deck. Toss anything expired. You don't want to be thumbing through expired stuff. But only if it is expired. So this is a funny story about that. I got pulled over in Pennsylvania five years ago. I'm driving local. But the state police were playing with new cameras. If they see a plate, They read a plate. I'm driving fairly new truck. The cop gets my paperwork and explaines to me that my License plate came up dead in the system. His camera.caught it. And now he has to figure it out. He can't just ignore it. So I show him the registration. Still no avail to him. But it shows that I thought I was compliant. But luckily the temporary registration, previous to the plate being issued had not expired. So now I had a paper trail. But this was a regular. He didn't understand. Then his supervisor shows up. Understands my side. But still dosent recognize the error. So they call a D.O.T. cop. Now I got 3 units behind me. I am genuinely hoping that the boss screwed up. That they would shut me down on my bosses fault. Because I'm paid by the hour. But that D.O.T. cop explained to the patrolman and supervisor that my unexpired temp was technically still valid. That I didn't even need the plate. The D.O.T cop explains to me quickly. Hands back my paperwork and turns me loose. Keep that temp until it actually expires. It helped me.

@omarkarshe3863 2 жыл бұрын

Thank u so much man. I have a couple of Box trucks, and when one of my drivers got pulled at the weight station for level 1 inspection. He gave the officer the folder, and the officer impression was WOW, he thanked him for it. By the way,, he passed the inspection as well.

@TruckingFromScratch 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@frenchie921 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the knowledge… did my folder today 💪💯 San Diego, California

@pmdouglas4419 3 жыл бұрын

Hello.., Brand New Trucking Business owner here out of Huntsville, Al. I appreciate this video...though my focus is on Box trucks initially, I will definitely use this info in setting up my files on tomorrow. Plan on moving my 1st load this week. Much Success

@jmoto1983 2 жыл бұрын

I keep my medical card right in it on the first page so that I don’t worry about it getting lost. Great information!

@carlosjavierrodz6780 2 жыл бұрын

You are helping more than you can ever imagine. May the universe be as kind to you as you have been to me.

@fritzduval 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Dave, can you please explain or do a video on tax exempt for truckers. This is news to me. Thanks buddy!

@LOCTU40 4 жыл бұрын

I want more information on this as well.

@fritzduval 4 жыл бұрын

@@LOCTU40 yup, would be nice if we got the video request

@tonynewson1102 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. Please provide more info. I searched everywhere. Don’t see nothing about tax exemption for trucking companies in my state.

@aftersolo 3 жыл бұрын

I pay sales tax and I'm in Oklahoma. I've read where some truckers have had new tires and repairs done in Texas to avoid sales tax. Its a state by state thing I believe.

@johnny7121 Жыл бұрын

straight to the point, no bs. this is the type of video I like.

@gkoolaidho3 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly I've been watching you since I started looking into trucking and I think if I didn't find your page I wouldn't have pursued trucking in the least bit. You're amazing bro.

@davidc5191 8 ай бұрын

Your shipping papers have to be the first item in your binder on top of all other paperwork. Also if you're carrying hazmat, you have to have a current copy of your hazmat certification.

@eli-kwfmjc-doctrine8313 3 жыл бұрын

DOT compliance: 1. Copy of truck registration 2. Insurance 3. Annual dot inspection 4. Registration for trailer 5. Dot trailer inspection 6. Lease agreement 7. IFTA license

@TriCitiesWARealEstate 3 жыл бұрын

Great stuff. I totally forgot the IFTA cert, so thanks for the reminder. A few things I also carry are maintenance records and documentation that support my GVW numbers as I want to prove to the inspector I'm within the limits of my truck's towing capacity, etc.

@Thetraphousechronicles Жыл бұрын

Great Tips! I'm currently a independent dispatcher with hopes of purchasing my first truck this year. I appreciate the help!

@evolvewitholandrea8014 3 жыл бұрын

First and foremost, Thank you so much for providing this content for us. I wish I could subscribe to your channel a million times because I would. You is so amazing, thank you so much for this FREE GAME, you blessing us with !!

@woodsbikes6130 4 жыл бұрын

Very good and informative.video. One thing he should have stated was something about regularly reviewing the documents to be sure they're current. I.e. insurance, registration, etc. Don't rely on the office staff to check those things. If something is expired, tell the office staff and replace it with an updated copy before you start driving. And Mr. mcGill made a very good point about keeping the permit book neat and organized. It makes the DOT officer's job a little easier.

@yeskhan7445 Жыл бұрын

Thanks 100 times

@michelechele2744 Жыл бұрын

Thank you I’m a new company thank you

@shaungorham1871 Жыл бұрын

Awesome, North Carolina.

@caseyjones466 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for making these videos. I'm going to be buying a bucket truck and doing telecommunications work across state lines, and having never done this for myself before, I'm ignorant of what I need. Thank you for explaining it all so well. The binder is a nice, professional touch.

@lamontdavis3092 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful just stating the fact keep up the good work.

@LOCTU40 4 жыл бұрын

I operate mainly in North and South Carolina and Virginia. I had never heard of a sales tax exemption form. Could you do a video explaining that completely thanks for another informative video.

@SuperMobly 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lt man! I kept my documents on folder exactly as yours, and last time I was pulled over at the weight station for inspection and the DOT officer was impressed with how I keep my paperworks.

@TruckingFromScratch 2 жыл бұрын

🔥🔥🔥

@JarrenFrade-cb8sl 4 ай бұрын

Very organized man - very informative -= well done!!

@quassieswan3276 2 жыл бұрын

THIS IS SUPER HELPFUL FOR THOSE OF US WHO ARE NOW GETTING INTO THE BUSINESS.

@kennethfrancis1704 9 ай бұрын

YOU MAKE IT CLEAR ON WHAT I NEED IN MY TRUCK THANK YOU

@timberry-bt3we Жыл бұрын

Awesome straight to the point!!!💪🏾🙏🏾✌🏾

@nwren4637 3 жыл бұрын

Super helpful and commented to improve the algorithm. Have a great day.

@jessie97 3 ай бұрын

This is great information and ideas. Thank you so much.

@Jreddygo Жыл бұрын

I don’t think you mentioned the apportioned plate can card. That’s a big one. Thanks for the info..😎👍🏽

@TruckingFromScratch Жыл бұрын

That was the first page

@chadwilliams795 2 жыл бұрын

Thx a mill very informative information, I can definitely use as I make the transition to OO. Also, I appreciate your insight as well as your expertise.

@ranapollard9846 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, just started a trucking business very helpful God Bless and thank you for sharing. I will pay it forward and do the same soon

@InfamousMrLewis 2 жыл бұрын

You're a Good Guy! I always refer back to you.

@daliborvojcic 5 ай бұрын

You have to have for two weeks paper logbook in your truck. Great video, just what is needed for education!

@hottraxx713 4 ай бұрын

You mean just having it in there even if you’re running ELD right? For backup

@daliborvojcic 4 ай бұрын

Yes.

@Gachly 2 жыл бұрын

You're very professional and I love your very clear guide and instructions. Thank you for going out of your way to provide the info😊!

@keke7238 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the information cause I’m new and need this so I don’t fumble

@josepharinden9760 3 жыл бұрын

DAVID Thank you! for keeping it straight to the point and compliance I appreciate all your hard work keep on trucking Sir.

@Vicky.Majano Жыл бұрын

Super Helpful Checklist! Thanks so much for providing a visual resource!!

@supercic123 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!!! Much Appreciated!!!

@davidjeffers68 4 жыл бұрын

Never needed to show the ELD instruction guide but probably a good idea to have it along with paper logs e.t.c...

@JoseMartinez-no2vb 2 жыл бұрын

Well organized

@tesolforlife5826 3 жыл бұрын

I admire your to-the-point approach. Thank you so much! Truly an educator

@gilmaravellaneda820 3 жыл бұрын

This is excellent video for all driver to keep paperwork in the truck all the time. Thanks for share your experience and I am sure you help us .

@patriciakirby3225 2 жыл бұрын

This information was very helpful, thank you. We just got our truck.

@kmstatlogisticsllc8426 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks David! My driver passed the first DOT inspection driving through Mississippi. It’s a great feeling. Thanks

@TruckingFromScratch 2 жыл бұрын

Did your driver have a binder like this?

@BoostedPastime 2 жыл бұрын

God bless you!

@ric7958 Жыл бұрын

Only thing to forgot to mention it’s to carry and add a copy of your medical card in that folder

@missycoates7871 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@osvaldoramos435 3 жыл бұрын

Very good information, since there will be a 72 Hours Road Blitz (ROAD CHECK) on May 4 thru 6 the focus will be on Hours of Service & Lightning. Make sure to have said documents in the binder will help plenty. Thanks for the video.

@PureSalvationMinstry 4 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for your videos I just recently filed for my authority and Im going through the process of getting started an your videos have really helped me.

@woodsbikes6130 4 жыл бұрын

I wish you the best of luck with your operation. Stay on top of everything and be ready to roll with the punches. 🙂

@otonielaburtobermejo4774 3 жыл бұрын

By far the best channel for information on starting a trucking business. thank you very much💪

@Karibu375 2 жыл бұрын

Your information is very helpful. You are making a change by helping others

@paulbrown6112 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you David you are appreciated! What's funny ! You are not a driver but an owner that's interested in those that do drive! And teach them how to be better drivers not only employees but owners! Wow salute!

@Curvvymandy Жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT INFORMATION and you have a new SUBSCRIBER!!!

@TruckingFromScratch Жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome

@BKPeach Жыл бұрын

Great Info! I love this idea for our trucks. Thank you!

@ICEYnIRISH Жыл бұрын

You’re videos have been extremely helpful. Thank you

@stilliraise9201 3 жыл бұрын

Do a video about how to keep track of logs. How to organise receipts for end yr taxes

@elchefelmunecotruck9039 2 жыл бұрын

Amigo gracias I love your video I’m coming new carrier

@TinoXStudio 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks again bro for the god content and helping keep us safe on the road. organization goes a long way

@joelgonzalez6941 2 жыл бұрын

good video thank and GOD Bless you

@winstonspratt5556 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you...

@rayx9644 2 жыл бұрын

Bro i really appreciate you dropping these gems on us, very helpful!

@missg44 Жыл бұрын

Thank you !

@Bless-vm2fi 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother

@krystalaguilar4716 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!

@charronsmith1795 2 жыл бұрын

Awesomeness!!! Love the professional and organized binder

@nuffsaid8082 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you my brother. I'm glad I found this video. You help me step my game up.

@keithclay5785 3 жыл бұрын

I have a new authority and this was very helpful. Thank you sir!

@bubblesgirl4051 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@irvintuckeriii884 4 жыл бұрын

Great content,helps me alot to keep the dot officer happy.

@Misheekp203 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for this pertinent info

@non-yajbusiness6503 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@shayuplifts9318 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for these timeless videos!

@thedevilandhertrumpets4268 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU! Just made my binder today and this was a HUGE help. Liked & subscribed!

@AaronDbs Жыл бұрын

How about driver requirements medical and training and drug safety

@cesar280z 2 жыл бұрын

THANKS FOR THE INFO!

@lestheindependentunlesslik6882 3 жыл бұрын

David you are bad ass I wish I had you skills thank you for all your videos

@taralindsey478 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I am just getting started and didn't know.

@PTucker0864 4 жыл бұрын

Good job David.....very professional. 👍

@antor.j.medrano 4 жыл бұрын

THX David McGill you keep real, everytime I see your introduction that's how I know you keep it real.

@moisesa1096 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful information, I'm about to send out my driver later this week on first trip. You explain things very well, clear and concise. Keep up the great work!