Complete Guide To Managing Your CSA Score
CSA (Compliance, Safety, Accountability) scores are part of a program run by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to improve the safety of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). Managing your CSA score is essential for trucking companies and drivers because it impacts both the reputation and legal standing of the company. Here's a guide on how to manage and improve CSA scores: Key CSA Score Factors: CSA scores are calculated based on seven Behavioral Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). These include: Unsafe Driving : Violations related to dangerous driving behavior such as speeding, reckless driving, or improper lane changes. Hours-of-Service (HOS) Compliance : Violations of hours-of-service rules, such as driving for too long without rest. Driver Fitness : Violations for operating without a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), being medically unfit to drive, or lack of proper training. Controlled Substances/Alcohol : Violations involving the use