How CSA Monitoring Helps Fleets Catch DOT Violations Before It’s Too Late.
What if one of your drivers received a violation today—how quickly would you know?
Nearly 3 million roadside inspections happen every year, and more than half uncover violations. About 20% result in out-of-service orders, impacting drivers and operations immediately.
Yet many fleets still rely on drivers to report inspections manually or review data weeks later—creating delays, missed documentation, and increased risk.
Inspection results aren’t one-time events—they’re ongoing signals tied directly to your safety record.
Without a clear process to track and respond to violations:
- Reports can get lost or delayed
- Required follow-up actions may be missed
- Small issues can turn into larger compliance risks
As Darin Hatch, Director of EHS at Upper Lakes Foods, shared in the webinar, relying on manual processes made it difficult to respond within the required timeframes, especially when documentation had to be returned or addressed quickly.
What You’ll Learn
- When DOT inspections happen and what inspectors are looking for
- The most common driver and vehicle violations found in inspections
- Why relying on drivers or manual checks creates gaps
- How CSA Monitoring helps fleets track inspection results and respond faster
Watch On-Demand

Guest Speaker
Darin Hatch I Director of EHS at Upper Lakes Foods
Darin brings over 20 years of experience in fleet operations, transportation management, and DOT compliance. He also played a key role in shaping Embark Safety’s CSA Monitoring tool, helping us better understand what fleets need when it comes to tracking inspection data and responding to violations.

