New Entrant Compliance Support
New carriers generally go through a safety monitoring period after receiving operating authority, which can include a New Entrant Safety Audit reviewing your safety management practices and records.
Start with your USDOT number
We'll confirm where you stand before anything else happens.
- We pull up your carrier record
- We show you what needs attention, in plain English
- Nothing gets filed or charged until you approve it
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You don't have to use us. You can complete this yourself by preparing for your audit yourself using FMCSA's published guidance. Our fee is for preparing and filing it on your behalf.
Who typically needs this
- Carriers within roughly their first 18 months of operating authority
- New carriers who want to be ready before FMCSA reaches out
What DOT Compliance Partner handles
- Reviewing your operation against what an audit typically covers
- Helping you organize required records and policies
- Being available if questions come up during your monitoring period
What we'll need from you
- USDOT number and authority details
- Current driver, vehicle and safety recordkeeping
How it works
- 01
We review where you stand
We look at your operation against typical new entrant requirements.
- 02
We help close gaps
We help you get policies and records in shape before you're reviewed.
- 03
We stay available
Support through your monitoring period, not just a one-time checklist.
Deadlines & renewal
The monitoring period generally runs for a set window after authority is granted — we'll confirm your specific timeline once we have your details.
Common mistakes
- Not having driver qualification files organized
- Missing required safety policies in writing
- Waiting until an audit is scheduled to get organized
Frequently asked questions
What happens during a New Entrant Safety Audit?+
It generally reviews your safety management practices — things like driver qualification files, hours of service records, and drug and alcohol program compliance. We'll help you understand what applies to your operation.
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Ready to get started?
Enter your USDOT number or talk to our compliance team.
DOT Compliance Partner is a private third-party service provider and is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Transportation, FMCSA, the UCR Plan, or any other government agency.