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Applicability of FMCSRs when CMVs are off the road

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a. Are vehicles which, in the course of interstate transportation over the highway, are off the highway, loading, unloading or waiting, subject to the FMCSRs during these times?

b. Are vehicles and drivers used wholly within terminals and on premises or plant sites subject to the FMCSRs?

Guidance:

a. Yes.

b. No.

Regulatory Topic: Applicability of FMCSRs when CMVs are off the road
Effective Date: Friday, April 4, 1997
Issued Date: Friday, April 4, 1997