TIPS Trucker’s Toolbox
40+ DOT compliance forms and templates. One price. No monthly fees.
Here’s something we learned after 20+ combined years of working with thousands of carriers; putting together all of the forms you need to maintain compliance and pass a safety audit is a struggle.
That’s why we created the Trucker’s Toolbox.
40+ forms & templates, hundreds of pages, one low price.
Everything you need to prepare for your audit, in one instant download.
Everything You Need to Stay Compliant
Use the Trucker's Toolbox to:
✓ Hire and onboard new drivers (employees or contractors)
✓ Build complete, audit-ready Driver Qualification Files
✓ Set up and maintain vehicle compliance files
✓ Create company safety policies and driver manuals
✓ Handle accidents and post-accident testing decisions
✓ Set up with brokers using a professional carrier packet
✓ Track compliance deadlines with the 2026 safety planner
✓ Know exactly which federal requirements apply to you
Every form references the applicable CFR regulation so you know you're using the right documentation.
No subscriptions. No recurring fees. Pay once, use forever.
Who This Is For
New carriers
Who need to set up their compliance files from scratch.
Owner-operators
Hiring their first driver and need proper documentation.
Small fleets
Tired of paying monthly fees for compliance software
Anyone preparing for a DOT audit
Who wants to make sure their paperwork is in order.
If you've been putting off getting organized because you didn't know where to start, this is your starting point.
What’s Inside
Planning & Checklists
Compliance Checklist (roadmap from formation to ongoing compliance)
2026 Company Safety Planner (monthly calendars, task tracking, safety score worksheets)
Interstate Compliance Requirements Chart (which requirements apply by vehicle type/weight)
Driver Qualification File Package
Complete DQ File (application, background forms, medical records, road test certification)
Driver Qualification Standards
Multiple Employer Driver Requirements
Driver List Template
Vehicle Compliance Package
Vehicle Compliance File (DVIRs, inspector qualifications, maintenance logs)
Vehicle Cab Folder Checklist (everything required in each truck)
Vehicle List Template
Hours of Service & Records
Records of Duty (short-haul time records, ELD backup logs)
Accident Forms (accident report, post-accident testing chart, accident register)
Company Policies & Manuals
Company Policies & Safety Manual
Drug & Alcohol Policy and Procedures Manual
English Language Proficiency Assessment
Employment Documents
Employment Agreement (W-2 drivers)
Employment Warning Template
Employment Termination Template
Driver Settlement Form
Contractor & Lease Agreements
Independent Contractor Equipment Lease Agreement
(49 CFR § 376.12 compliant)Equipment Only Lease Agreement
Lease Termination Notices
Business Documents
Carrier Packet (broker/shipper setup checklist and cover letter)
Shipper & Carrier Transportation Agreement
Dispatch Services Agreement
Parking Space Lease Agreement
Trailer Interchange & Delivery Receipt
Passenger Authorization Form
Corrective Action Plan Response Template
Corporate Bylaws, Operating Agreement, CEO Employment Agreement
Government Forms
Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility)
Form W-4 (Employee Withholding)
Form W-9 (Taxpayer ID)
Summary of Your Rights Under the FCRA
Plus: Quick reference chart showing exactly which documents you need for each scenario (hiring a driver, adding a vehicle, safety audit prep, accident reporting, and more).
Trucker’s Toolbox
On Sale for Only $35
Get 40+ trucking compliance forms and templates to keep your company organized. Includes driver vehicle inspection reports, maintenance logs, pre-trip checklists, accident report forms, lease agreements, safety policies, and more.
Digital download. Print as many copies as you need, or fill them out on your computer / phone. Add the customization package to put your company name and logo on every form.
Make It Yours
Add the Customization Package and we'll brand your Trucker's Toolbox with your company logo, company name, and other business details.
Every form, every policy manual, every agreement, professionally branded and ready to use.
What you get
✓ Your logo added to all applicable forms and documents
✓ Company name and business details pre-filled
✓ Professional, consistent look across all your paperwork
How it works
After your purchase, we’ll reach out to get your company logo and business name, as well as additional company details (optional) for your carrier packet and vehicle cab folder cover sheet.
Once we get these back from you, we’ll have your customized toolbox in your inbox within 1-2 business days.
Don't have a logo yet?
No problem. We'll create a simple logo for your company as part of your customization order. Nothing fancy, but clean and professional enough to put on your documents, business cards, and truck doors.
Customization Add-On
On Sale for Only $85
Add your company name and logo to your Trucker's Toolbox forms. Branded documents give your company a professional look and make it clear who the paperwork belongs to.
We customize all applicable forms with your company name, logo, and contact information. Requires purchase of Trucker's Toolbox.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Most forms are PDFs. Policy manuals and agreement templates are in ODT format (opens in Word, Google Docs, or LibreOffice) so you can customize them for your company. Spreadsheets are in Excel format.
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Yes. PDFs are fillable. ODT files can be fully edited and customized with your company name, logo, and specific policies.
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No. You pay once and the files are yours to use forever. No monthly fees, no recurring charges.
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The Trucker's Toolbox includes the forms, checklists, and file templates you need to build compliant driver qualification files, vehicle files, and company policies. Having proper documentation is a major part of passing any audit. We even include a Corrective Action Plan response template if things don't go as planned.
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The Toolbox includes a quick reference chart that tells you exactly which documents you need for each situation: hiring a new driver, adding an owner-operator, adding a vehicle, handling an accident, preparing for an audit, setting up with brokers, and more.
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Yes. When FMCSA regulations change in ways that affect these documents, we update them and notify customers.
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You'll receive a download link via email immediately after checkout.
