Team Driver Policy

Q: What is Buchanan's Team Driver Policy?

The policy establishes standards for team driving operations, co-driver responsibilities, communication, safety, and compliance.

Q: Who does the Team Driver Policy apply to?

The policy applies to team drivers and outlines expectations for conduct, safety, communication, and compliance.

Q: What responsibilities do team drivers have?

Team drivers must maintain professional conduct, communicate effectively, follow company policies, and operate equipment safely.

Q: Must team drivers follow FMCSA and DOT regulations?

Yes. Team drivers must comply with FMCSA, DOT, HOS, ELD, and safety requirements.

Q: What happens if team driver policies are violated?

Violations may result in corrective action, disciplinary measures, or removal from team operations.

Q: Why does Buchanan maintain a Team Driver Policy?

The policy promotes safe operations, compliance, professional conduct, equipment protection, and operational consistency.

Team Driver Program Policy

Last Updated 12/04/2025

Buchanan Hauling & Rigging, Inc. (“Company,” “we,” “our”) operates DriveBuchanan.com to provide information on team driver opportunities. Team drivers work in pairs to transport freight efficiently, and participation is subject to program requirements and legal disclaimers.

1. Employment Status

Team drivers may be employed as company drivers or operate as independent contractors, depending on the program.
Compensation, schedules, and operational responsibilities are defined in the program agreement.

2. Program Participation Requirements

Both drivers must hold valid CDLs with appropriate endorsements.
All drivers must comply with FMCSA, DOT, and Company safety regulations, including Hours-of-Service (HOS) and ELD requirements.
Team drivers must maintain valid insurance, licensure, and safety compliance at all times.

3. Scheduling and Operations

Team drivers share driving responsibilities to maximize efficiency while remaining compliant with HOS rules.
Program schedules and load assignments are determined by the Company.

4. Earnings and Compensation

Compensation and projected earnings are estimates and may vary based on route, fuel costs, load, and operational conditions.
Company does not guarantee minimum earnings or specific load assignments.

5. Risk and Liability

Team drivers assume all operational risks related to driving, equipment, and freight.
Company is not liable for accidents, equipment damage, or other operational losses.

6. Contact

Questions regarding team driver programs may be submitted via Contact Us.

Frequently Asked Questions About Buchanan's Team Driver Policy

What is Buchanan's Team Driver Policy?

Buchanan's Team Driver Policy establishes expectations for team driving operations, co-driver responsibilities, communication standards, safety requirements, professional conduct, regulatory compliance, and operational performance.

Who does the Team Driver Policy apply to?

The policy applies to team drivers participating in Buchanan team driving operations and establishes standards for conduct, safety, communication, equipment care, compliance, and operational responsibilities.

What responsibilities do team drivers have?

Team drivers are expected to maintain professional conduct, communicate effectively with co-drivers, comply with company policies, operate equipment safely, and follow applicable FMCSA, DOT, HOS, and ELD requirements.

Why is communication important in team driving operations?

Effective communication helps support safety, equipment care, route planning, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and professional working relationships between co-drivers.

Must team drivers follow FMCSA and DOT regulations?

Yes. Team drivers must comply with all applicable FMCSA and DOT regulations, including Hours of Service requirements, electronic logging device requirements, safety standards, and other compliance obligations.

What happens if team driver policies are violated?

Violations of company policies, safety standards, compliance requirements, or professional conduct expectations may result in corrective action, disciplinary measures, removal from team operations, or other actions permitted under company policy.

Why does Buchanan maintain a Team Driver Policy?

The policy helps promote safe operations, regulatory compliance, professional conduct, equipment protection, effective communication, and consistent operational standards throughout team driving activities.

Where can questions about team driver policies be submitted?

Questions regarding team driver requirements, policy expectations, operational standards, or compliance obligations may be submitted through the Contact Us page on DriveBuchanan.com.

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