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Is there a required form for the periodic inspection?

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FMCSA-VM-396.17-Q11.cm_.docx (23.09 KB)

Section § 396.17: Periodic inspection.

Guidance Q&A

Question 11: Must a specific form be used to record the periodic inspection mandated by § 396.17?

Guidance: No. Section 396.21 does not designate any particular form, decal, or sticker, but does specify the information which must be shown on these documents.

Effective Date: Sunday, May 4, 1997
Issued Date: Friday, April 4, 1997