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Does an explosion or fire in a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) that has not collided with other vehicles or stationary objects meet the definition of an “accident” under §390.5T?
Guidance: Fires have been included in the definition of “accidents” since 1962. However, in an effort to...
NOTE: This guidance was rescinded as unnecessary on March 10, 2022, because the information contained therein was readily available in existing guidance. See ELD Functions: https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/hours-service/elds/eld-functions.
FMCSA-HOS-...
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...
A corporation (the parent corporation) owns subsidiary corporations that are for-hire motor carriers, each having their own separate operating authorities. The parent corporation does not operate commercial motor vehicles. However, the parent corporation exercises or retains management...
A driver of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) is changing lanes. A passenger car driver near the CMV loses control, leaves the roadway, and is involved in an accident. The passenger car must be towed. Is the CMV considered to be “involved” under the definition of “accident” in § 390.5T?...
FMCSA-RG-390.5T-FAQ027
Question 27: A person is transported to a hospital from the scene of a...
NOTE: This guidance reflects minor correction(s) (e.g., for grammar, typographical errors, or consistency) made on March 10, 2022.
FMCSA-HOS-ELD-395-FAQ008(2017-03-22)
Question: How long must a motor carrier retain...
Frequently Asked Questions -- Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service.
Question 7: Can a driver use a portable electronic logging device (ELD)?
Guidance: Yes. A driver may use a portable ELD. A portable ELD must be mounted in a fixed position during commercial...
Frequently Asked Questions --Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service.
Question 6: Can an electronic logging device (ELD) be on a smartphone or other wireless device?
Guidance: Yes. An ELD can be on a smartphone or other wireless device if the device meets the...
Federal Register Title and Cite
State Enforcement of Household Goods Consumer Protection; Notice of Enforcement, 77 Fed. Reg. 32901 (June 4, 2012)
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