What constitutes a “serious pattern” of violations?

Question 1: What constitutes a “serious pattern” of violations?

Guidance: A serious pattern constitutes violations that are both widespread and continuing over a period of time. A serious pattern is more than isolated violations. A serious pattern does not require a specific number of...

Regulatory Guidance Concerning the Applicability of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to Texting by Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers, 75 Fed. Reg. 4305

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Regulatory Guidance Concerning the Applicability of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to Texting by Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers, 75 Fed. Reg. 4305 (Jan. 27, 2010)

The Federal Register text can be found on the...

How does one distinguish between intra- and interstate commerce for the purposes of applicability of the FMCSRs?

How does one distinguish between intra- and interstate commerce for the purposes of applicability of the FMCSRs?

Guidance: Interstate commerce is determined by the essential character of the movement, manifested by the shipper’s fixed and persistent intent at the time of shipment, and...

Are personnel involved in road testing CMVs across a State line subject to the FMCSRs?

Are personnel involved in road testing CMVs across a State line subject to the FMCSRs?

Guidance: Yes, any driver (including mechanics, technicians, driver trainees and other personnel) operating a CMV in interstate commerce must be in compliance with the FMCSRs.

Are the FMCSRs applicable to the rail movement of trailers and intermodal container chassis that previously or subsequently were moved by highway by a motor carrier in interstate commerce?

Are the FMCSRs applicable to the rail movement of trailers and intermodal container chassis that previously or subsequently were moved by highway by a motor carrier in interstate commerce?

Guidance: No. They are only subject when being moved as a motor vehicle by highway by a motor...

Are the operations of a church which provides bus tours to the general public for compensation subject to the FMCSRs as a for-hire motor carrier?

Are the operations of a church which provides bus tours to the general public for compensation subject to the FMCSRs as a for-hire motor carrier?

Guidance: Yes, the church is a for-hire motor carrier of passengers subject to the FMCSRs.

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Can the electronic logging device (ELD) information packet be in electronic form?

NOTE: This guidance reflects minor correction(s) (e.g., for grammar, typographical errors, or consistency) made on March 10, 2022.

FMCSA-HOS-ELD-395-FAQ005(2017-07-12)-CORR1

Question: Can the electronic logging device (ELD) information packet be in...

Are the FMCSRs applicable to drivers and CMVs which transport tools, equipment, and supplies across State lines in a CMV?

Are the FMCSRs applicable to drivers and CMVs which transport tools, equipment, and supplies across State lines in a CMV?

Guidance: Yes, the FMCSRs are applicable to drivers and CMVs in interstate commerce which transport property. The property in this situation is the tools, equipment...

ELD FAQ4: Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service

Frequently Asked Questions-- Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service.

Question 4: What electronic logging device (ELD) user documentation must be onboard a driver’s commercial motor vehicle?

Guidance:  Beginning on December 18, 2017, a driver using an ELD must...