Maintaining a safe speed on #OurRoads helps get everyone to their destination safely. Obey the speed limit behind the wheel of your truck or bus. Learn more: https://t.co/kqWvcT6Ssw #SafeSpeeds
CHP has launched our new Online Crash Portal, making it easier to obtain crash reports. Now, you can get a digital copy of your crash report, free of charge, by visiting https://t.co/vhzdpbEWAL or scanning the QR code found on the crash card. Watch video for a quick overview!
Cadets Episode 4 Now Streaming, watch here: https://t.co/D7vc61sowm
The Cadets of CTC 1-22 are introduced to the Weapons Training Unit and the Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC).
Apply today at https://t.co/TNYVm6HHuL. Officer pay starts at $117,000!
Episode 3 of "Cadets" now streaming! Dive into the lives of CTC 1-22 cadets as they navigate academy challenges.
Catch new episodes every Wed. at 4 PM PST on our YouTube channel.
Interested? Start at $117k! https://t.co/TNYVm6HHuL
Watch now: https://t.co/z1UWUSiCjm
One week to go!
A new reality series from the CHP takes an unprecedented look into the CHP Academy. Follow nine cadets on their incredible journey to become CHP officers.
Series premieres Wednesday, January 17 at 4:00PM PST on our California Highway Patrol YouTube channel.
As 01/01/2024 is fast approaching remember to have your ELDs ready for inspection on 01/01/2024 regardless of interstate or intrastate operations. For more information visit https://t.co/xxhlpNKhAi. For information if your ELD will be approved visit https://t.co/2YpJYaKTXu.
Just a reminder for the fast approaching new year. Effective 01/01/2024 intrastate drivers required to maintain a record of duty status will have to use an ELD. For more info visit https://t.co/xxhlpNKhAi
Attention all! For the latest updates, safety tips, and behind-the-scenes looks at the California Highway Patrol, make sure to follow our main CHP page @CHP_HQ. Stay informed and connected with all things CHP.
Commercial Vehicle Section and Captain Doko is happy to welcome Officer Hernandez from the Golden Gate Division Commercial Unit, Officer
Anderson from the Woodland CHP Office and welcome back Sergeant Roha from the Hayward CHP Office. @CHPHayward@CHP_CVS @chp
Our Commercial Vehicle Safety Summit has a fresh new look. Stay tuned for more details. Registration is open for this free event. Please go to
the following like to register for the summit. https://t.co/Y8ejxLIx3w
Registration for the 2023 Commercial Vehicle Safety Summit is now live. This year the event will take place on October 4,2023, in Garden Grove, CA. Additional details to follow. Register at https://t.co/rPmU9Eq4Eq. #chp#caltrux#CMVSafety#fmcsa#usdot#ciep#cvss
Even though Commercial Vehicle Section personnel work in the office, they are still required inspect trucks to maintain their certifications to inspect commercial vehicles. These inspections not only help protect the drivers of those trucks but the public who travel around them.
Cargo securement is one of the most common hazardous materials violations observed during a commercial vehicle inspection. This is also the most preventable violation. These are just a few examples of securement issues. #chp#phmsa#cohmed#cvsa#catruckingassociation
Did You know if you are towing a vehicle or driving a motor truck or truck tractor with three or more axles your are restricted to 55 MPH in California? In addition to the lower speed limit, you are also restricted to certain lanes.
Brake violations like the one in this video can be caught during a thorough pre-trip inspection. This vehicle also had three brakes out of adjustment and three brakes with air loss from the brake chamber while transporting hazardous materials.
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), Brake Safety Week is quickly approaching. During the week of August 21-27, 2022, Commercial
Vehicle Inspectors will be focusing on brake violations.
For more information visit the CVSA at
https://t.co/eNgzdc9BGs.
Work zones present many challenges for trucks and buses – narrow lanes, sudden stops, traffic pattern shifts, and uneven road surfaces require all drivers to stay alert. It’s critical that all road users approach work zones with caution and do their part to keep the roads safe.