Personal DQ File Management
Complete driver qualification file built and maintained to Part 391 standards with 3-hour turnaround.
You became an owner operator to be your own boss, not to drown in paperwork. We handle every aspect of your DOT compliance so you can focus on what you do best — driving and earning.
As an owner operator, you wear every hat in your business. You're the driver, the dispatcher, the accountant, and the compliance officer all rolled into one. But DOT compliance isn't something you can learn on the fly — one mistake can cost you $15,000 or more in fines, and repeated violations can shut your business down entirely.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires owner operators to maintain the same level of compliance as large carriers with dedicated compliance departments. That means keeping up with driver qualification files, hours of service regulations, vehicle maintenance records, drug and alcohol testing requirements, and a constantly changing landscape of federal and state regulations.
Many owner operators don't realize they're out of compliance until they're pulled over at a roadside inspection or receive an audit notice. By then, the damage is done — violations go on your record, your CSA scores spike, and insurance premiums skyrocket.
SELAM takes the entire compliance burden off your shoulders. From the moment you sign up, we conduct a comprehensive audit of your current compliance status, identify any gaps, and create a roadmap to get you to 100% compliance — and keep you there.
Your personal driver qualification file is built and maintained to meet every Part 391 requirement. We track your medical certificate expirations, CDL renewals, and annual reviews so nothing slips through the cracks. Your IFTA quarterly filings are prepared accurately and submitted on time, every quarter. Your Form 2290 heavy vehicle use tax is filed before the deadline, and your stamped Schedule 1 is ready when you need it.
We also monitor your CSA scores continuously, alerting you to any changes and providing strategies to improve your safety profile. If you receive a violation that shouldn't be on your record, our DataQs challenge team fights to get it removed.
Large carriers have compliance departments with dedicated staff, specialized software, and legal counsel on retainer. As an owner operator, you deserve the same level of protection without the corporate overhead.
Our owner operator package is designed specifically for single-truck operations. You get enterprise-level compliance management at $50 per truck per month. That's less than a single hour of downtime costs you in lost revenue.
And because we serve the Ethiopian and Eritrean trucking community, we understand the unique challenges you face. Language barriers, cultural differences in business practices, and navigating a complex regulatory system in a country where you may not have grown up — we've been there, and we're here to help you succeed.
When you're rolling down the highway, the last thing you should worry about is whether your paperwork is in order. With SELAM handling your compliance, you can drive with confidence knowing that every document is current, every filing is submitted, and every regulation is met.
Our 24/7 support line means you're never alone on the road. Whether you need help during a roadside inspection at 2 AM or have a question about a new regulation, our team is just a phone call away — and we can help you in English, Amharic, or Tigrinya.
Complete driver qualification file built and maintained to Part 391 standards with 3-hour turnaround.
Quarterly IFTA filings and annual Form 2290 submitted accurately and on time, every time.
Continuous monitoring of your safety scores with proactive strategies to maintain clean records.
Round-the-clock assistance in English, Amharic, and Tigrinya whenever you need help.
Real-time guidance during inspections to ensure the best possible outcome for your business.
All your compliance documents securely stored and accessible whenever you need them.
$35
Complete compliance coverage for owner operators
3hr
Industry-leading DQ file setup speed
$15K+
Average fine risk eliminated per year
24/7
Multilingual help whenever you need it
Join 500+ owner operators who trust SELAM to keep them compliant. First month free, no setup fees, no contracts.