 | RAM TRUCKING SA DE CV | Application Tracking #:11253 | RFC #: RTR0704046QO |
| Review Date:
08/08/2012 |
Part B - Questions and Answers |
Question General # 1 - Section # 387.7(a) Acute
Does the carrier have the required minimum level of financial responsibility in effect? | Answer
Yes | Comments The carrier has not been granted OP1 authority, does not have any financial responsibility for his Commercial motor vehicles at this time. The carrier did provide a letter of intent from Charles R Myers Insurance Agency 13300 Old Blanco Rd Suite 100 San Antonio, TX phone number 210-384-0124. Contact was made with Mr. Myers and he did confirm that he and the carrier are in agreement to have financial responsibility for the CMVs of Ram Trucking SA DE CV at the time OP1 authority is a ranted. |
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Question General # 2 - Section # 387.7(d) Critical
Does the carrier have required proof of financial responsibility? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question General # 3 - Section # 390.15(b)(1)
Can the carrier provide a complete accident register of recordable accidents? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question General # 4 - Section # 390.15(b)(2) Critical
Does the carrier have copies of all accident reports required by States or other government entities or insurers? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question General # 5 - Section # 390.3(e)
Is the carrier knowledgeable of the FMCSRs/HMRs? | Answer
Yes | Comments |
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Question General # 6 - Section # 390.21
Does the carrier know the commercial motor vehicles marking requirements? | Answer
Yes | Comments |
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Question Driver # 1 - Section # 391.51(a) Critical
Does the carrier maintain complete driver qualification files? | Answer
Yes | Comments |
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Question Driver # 2 - Section # 391.11(b)(4) Acute
Is the carrier using physically qualified drivers? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 3 - Section # 391.45(a), 391.45(b) Critical
Does available evidence indicate the motor carrier has used a driver without a medical certificate or with an expired medical certificate? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 4 - Section # 391.15(a) Acute
Is the carrier using any disqualified drivers? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 5 - Section # 391.51(b)(2) Critical
Does the carrier maintain driving and employment history inquiry data in driver qualification files? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 6 - Section # 382.115(a) Acute
Has the carrier implemented an alcohol and/or controlled substances testing program? | Answer
Yes | Comments |
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Question Driver # 7 - Section # 382.213(b) Acute
Has the carrier used drivers who have used controlled substances? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 8 - Section # 382.215 Acute
Has the carrier used a driver who has tested positive for a controlled substance? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 9 - Section # 382.201 Acute
Has the carrier used a driver known to have an alcohol concentration of 0.04 or greater? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 10 - Section # 382.505(a) Acute
Has the carrier used a driver found to have an alcohol concentration of .02 or greater but less than .04 within 24 hours of being tested? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 11 - Section # 382.301(a) Critical
Has the carrier ensured that drivers have undergone testing for controlled substances prior to performing a safety sensitive function? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 12 - Section # 382.303(a) Critical
Has the carrier conducted post accident testing on drivers for alcohol and/or controlled substances? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 13 - Section # 382.305 Acute
Has the carrier implemented random testing program? | Answer
Yes | Comments The carrier provided a letter of intent dated June 26, 2012 to contract with Laredo Antidoping Agency of Laredo TX as there drug and alcohol consortium. It was explained to the carrier that all drivers must have a pre employment drug test and enrolled in a consortium before conducting safe sensitive functions. The carrier was advised that the consortium must conduct the 50% drug and 10% alcohol test on a complete calendar year. |
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Question Driver # 14 - Section # 382.305(b)(1) Critical
Has the carrier conducted random alcohol testing at an annual rate of not less than the applicable annual rate of the average number of driver positions? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 15 - Section # 382.305(b)(2) Critical
Has the carrier conducted controlled substance testing at an annual rate of not less than the applicable annual rate of the average number of driver positions? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 16 - Section # 40.305(a)
Has the carrier conducted the required return-to-duty tests on employees returning to safety-sensitive functions? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 17 - Section # 40.309(a)
Is the carrier conducting follow-up testing as directed by the Substance Abuse Professional? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 18 - Section # 382.211 Acute
Has the carrier used a driver who has refused to submit to an alcohol or controlled substances test required under Part 382? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 19 - Section # 382.503 Critical
Has the carrier used a Substance Abuse Professional as required by 49 CFR Part 40 Subpart O? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Driver # 20 - Section # 383.23(a) Critical
Has a driver operated a commercial motor vehicle without a current operating license, or a license, which hasn't been properly classed and endorsed? | Answer
No | Comments |
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Question Driver # 21 - Section # 383.37(a) Acute
Has the motor carrier allowed it's drivers who's CDLs have been suspended, revoked or canceled by a state, have lost the right to operate a CMV in a State, or have been disqualified from operating a CMV to operate a commercial motor vehicle? | Answer
No | Comments The carrier provided a Licencia Federal de Conductor# TAMP. A COLIS check was conducted and the carrier Licencia was found to be valid. properly endorsed and classed. |
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Question Driver # 22 - Section # 383.51(a) Acute
Has the motor carrier knowingly allowed, required, permitted, or authorized a driver to drive who is disqualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle? | Answer
No | Comments |
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Question Operation #1 - Section # 395.8(a) Critical
Does the carrier require drivers to make a record of duty status? | Answer
Yes | Comments The carrier's driver has not operated under Ram Trucking SA DE CV, the carrier provided what the driver will be using to record his record of duty status. The designated driver for Ram Trucking SA DE CV is Nho is also employed by Zaro Transportation of Laredo, Tx which is affiliated with Ram Trucking. The carrier provided logs for for the month of June 2012, thev were checked for violation and form and manner. |
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Question Operation #2 - Section # 395.8(i) Critical
Does the carrier require drivers to submit records of duty status within 13 days? | Answer
Yes | Comments |
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Question Operation #3 - Section # 395.8(k)(1) Critical
Can the carrier produce records of duty status and supporting documents for selected drivers? | Answer
Yes | Comments |
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Question Operation #4 - Section # 395.3(a)(1) Critical
Has the carrier allowed driver(s) to exceed the 11-hour rule? (Property) | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Operation #5 - Section # 395.3(a)(2) Critical
Has the carrier allowed driver(s) to exceed the 14-hour rule? (Property) | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Operation #6 - Section # 395.3(b)(1) Critical
Has the carrier allowed driver(s) to drive after having been on duty more than 60 hours in 7 consecutive days? (Property) | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Operation #7 - Section # 395.3(b)(2) Critical
Has the carrier allowed driver(s) to drive after having been on duty more than 70 hours in 8 consecutive days? (Property) | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Operation #8 - Section # 395.5(a)(1) Critical
Has the carrier allowed driver(s) to exceed the 10 hour rule? (Passenger) | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Operation #9 - Section # 395.5(a)(2) Critical
Has the carrier allowed driver(s) to exceed the 15 hour rule? (Passenger) | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Operation #10 - Section # 395.5(b)(1) Critical
Has the carrier allowed driver(s) to drive after having been on duty more than 60 hours in 7 consecutive days? (Passenger) | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Operation #11 - Section # 395.5(b)(2) Critical
Has the carrier allowed driver(s) to drive after having been on duty more than 70 hours in 8 consecutive days? (Passenger) | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Operation #12 - Section # 395.8(e) Critical
Does available evidence indicate a selected driver has prepared a false record of duty status? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Operation #13 - Section #
Does the carrier adhere to a disciplinary policy for noncompliance with Part 395? | Answer
Yes | Comments |
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Question Operation #14 - Section # 395.1(e)
Does the carrier have a system for recording hours of duty status on 100- mile radius drivers, and are they properly utilizing the 100 air-mile radius exemption? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Operation #15 - Section # 392.2 Critical
Does the motor carrier ensure that drivers operate commercial motor vehicles in accordance with the laws, ordinances, and regulations of the jurisdictions in which they are operating? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Operation #16 - Section # 392.9(a)(1) Critical
Does the carrier ensure that drivers are not permitted to drive a vehicle without the cargo properly distributed and adequately secured? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Operation #17 - Section # 392.4(b) Acute
Have any drivers operated a commercial motor vehicle while under the influence of, or in possession of, narcotic drugs, amphetamines, or any other substances capable of rendering the drivers incapable of safely operating motor vehicles? | Answer
No | Comments |
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Question Operation #18 - Section # 392.5(b)(1) Acute
Have any drivers operated a commercial motor vehicle while under the influence of, or in possession of, intoxicating beverages? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Operation #19 - Section # 392.5(b)(2) Acute
Have any drivers operated a commercial motor vehicle within 4 hours of having consumed intoxicating beverages? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Maintenance # 1 - Section # 396.3(b) Critical
Can the carrier produce maintenance files for requested vehicle(s)? | Answer
Yes | Comments |
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Question Maintenance # 2 - Section # 396.17(a) Critical
Can the motor carrier produce evidence of periodic (annual) inspections for selected vehicles? | Answer
Yes | Comments |
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Question Maintenance # 3 - Section # 396.11(a) Critical
Does the motor carrier require drivers to complete vehicle inspection reports daily? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Maintenance # 4 - Section # 396.11(c) Acute
Does the carrier ensure that out-of-service defects listed by the driver in the driver vehicle inspection reports are corrected before the vehicle is operated again? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Maintenance # 5 - Section # 396.9(c)(2) Acute
Does the carrier ensure vehicles that have been declared "out-of-service" do not operate before repairs have been made? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Maintenance # 6 - Section # 396.19
Is the carrier using qualified inspectors (mechanic) and maintaining evidence of the inspector's qualifications? | Answer
Yes | Comments |
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Question Maintenance # 7 - Section # 396.3
Can the carrier explain its systematic, periodic maintenance program? | Answer
Yes | Comments |
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Question Other # 1 - Section # 375.211
Does the carrier participate in an Arbitration Program? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Other # 2 - Section # 13702
Does the carrier assess shipper freight charges based upon published tariffs? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Other # 3 - Section # 375.401(c)
Does the carrier provide reasonably accurate estimates of moving charges? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Other # 4 - Section # 375.407(a), 375.703(b)
Has the carrier avoided "hostage freight" or other predatory practices? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Other # 5 - Section # 387.301(a), 387.301(b)
Does the HHG carrier have sufficient levels of public liability and cargo insurance? | Answer
N/A | Comments |
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Question Other # 6 - Section # 13901
Is the motor carrier authorized to conduct interstate operations in the United States? | Answer
NO | Comments The carrier is presently applying for his OP1 long haul authority. |
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