Question 2: May a driver who does not have the necessary experience perform the adjustment under directions issued by telephone by a qualified inspector?
Section § 396.25: Qualifications of brake inspectors.
Guidance Q&A
Question 2: May a driver who does not have the necessary experience perform the adjustment under directions issued by telephone by a qualified inspector?
Guidance: Yes. A driver is permitted to perform brake adjustments at a roadside inspection providing they are done under the supervision of a qualified brake adjuster and the carrier is willing to assume responsibility for the proper adjustment.