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§392.9 Inspection of cargo, cargo securement devices and systems.
Guidance Q&AQuestion 2: Does the FMCSA have authority to enforce the safe loading requirements against a shipper that is not the motor carrier?
Guidance: No, unless HM as defined in §172....
§392.9 Inspection of cargo, cargo securement devices and systems.
Guidance Q&AQuestion 1: Is a vehicle’s cargo compartment considered sealed according to the terms of §392.9(b)(4) when it is secured with a padlock, to which the driver holds a key?
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§392.7 Equipment, inspection and use.
Guidance Q&AQuestion 2: Must both drivers of a team operation comply with the provisions of §392.7 before driving?
Guidance: §392.7 states that a driver must be satisfied that the vehicle is in good working order...
Guidance on Linking Portal Account to Clearinghouse Account
Q&AIf I registered as an employer without a Portal account, can I now link my Portal account with my Clearinghouse account?
Guidance:This feature has been temporarily deactivated while...
§392.7 Equipment, inspection and use.
Guidance Q&AQuestion 1: Must a driver prepare a written report of a pre-trip inspection performed under §392.7?
Guidance: No.
Guidance on How to submit bulk query
Q&AHow does an employer or consortium/third-party administrator (C/TPA) submit a bulk query?
Guidance: Download and complete the Bulk Upload Template File. (C/TPAs: If you work with multiple employers, you will need...
Guidance clarifying that a non-DOT positive test does not results in a federal prohibition.
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Return-to-Duty Process from a Non-DOT Test: What are the consequences when a CDL driver tests positive on a non-DOT drug test and has not completed a return-to-duty (RTD)...
§391.51 General requirements for driver qualification files.
Guidance Q&AQuestion 2: Is a driver training school required to keep a driver qualification file on each student?
Guidance: Yes, if operating in interstate commerce.
§392.60 Unauthorized persons not to be transported.
Guidance Q&AQuestion 1: Does §392.60 require a driver to carry a copy of the written authorization (required to transport passengers) on board a CMV?
Guidance: No, the authorization must...
§391.51 General requirements for driver qualification files.
Guidance Q&AQuestion 1: When a motor carrier purchases another motor carrier, must the drivers of the acquired motor carrier be requalified by the purchasing motor carrier?
Guidance: No.
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