Safety-Driven Transportation

Look for a transportation provider that prioritizes experienced drivers, well-maintained vehicles, and established safety practices.

The most reputable providers should be transparent about their approach to safety and be willing to answer your questions.

Here are a few important questions to ask when evaluating a provider:

• How do you qualify drivers?
• How do you monitor carrier safety?
• How often is equipment inspected?
• What shipment visibility do you provide?
• What happens if an issue occurs during transit?

ATS actively strives to reduce transportation risk by:

• Hiring experienced drivers and providing ongoing training to keep them up to date on industry regulations and best practices.
• Maintaining a quality fleet and/or working with an established network of carriers.
• Following responsible transportation practices, including proper planning, equipment selection, freight securement, and shipment visibility.

ATS uses a variety of technologies to support its safety initiatives.

Our trucks are equipped with video monitoring systems to help identify potentially unsafe driving behaviors. These systems can audibly alert drivers for behaviors such as rolling stops or unsafe following distances.

Each ATS truck is also equipped with an electronic logging device (ELD) to help drivers accurately track their hours of service (HOS) and comply with federal HOS regulations.

New ATS drivers participate in a 3–4-day orientation designed to prepare them for safe operations. During orientation, they meet with the ATS Safety Department to review safety expectations and receive hands-on training in proper freight securement.

Drivers also receive training on Hours of Service (HOS) requirements and instructions for accurately logging their hours.

And before getting behind the wheel, new drivers complete a comprehensive qualification process that includes employment verification, a DOT physical, drug testing, and a criminal background check.

Truck drivers are generally allowed up to 11 hours of driving time per day, in accordance with FMCSA’s Hours of Service regulations.

Many drivers use electronic logging devices (ELDs) to keep track of their hours and avoid going over the legal limitations.

For additional information on driving limits, click here.

Responsible freight brokerages continuously review the performance of the carriers in their network — not just during onboarding.

This includes evaluating a carrier’s public CSA scores, insurance documentation, operating authority, and other available information that could affect their eligibility.

If a carrier no longer meets a broker’s standards, the broker may remove them from their network.

Yes. Cargo insurance may provide financial protection for certain covered losses that occur during transportation, subject to the policy's terms, conditions, exclusions, and limits.

Because coverage varies based on your policy and the circumstances of the loss, it's important to understand exactly what is covered before purchasing insurance.

If you have questions about your coverage, consult your insurance provider or review your policy documentation.

Transportation involves changing conditions and operational challenges that can affect every shipment. A strong commitment to safety helps reduce risk, minimize delays, and support more reliable transportation.

At ATS, that commitment is reflected through ongoing investments in driver training, equipment, and operating practices.

No. Transportation providers cannot eliminate every risk and therefore cannot guarantee risk-free shipments.

However, a strong safety culture — supported by sound operating practices, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement — helps reduce risk and support reliable transportation.