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What Government agency Regulates Trucking?
The trucking industry is regulated by various entities, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. The FMCSA enforces safety standards, sets rules regarding hours of service for truck drivers, and implements measures to reduce accidents.
Do Truckers Have Special Licensure Requirements?
Commercial truck drivers are required to hold a commercial driver's license (CDL) and abide by specific regulations concerning weight limits, exhaust emissions, and more.
How Does the FMCSA Keep the Roads Safe for all Motorists?
The FMCSA develops and enforces regulations and safety standards that govern different aspects of the trucking industry.
These regulations cover areas such as:
- Driver qualifications
- Hours of service
- Vehicle maintenance
- Cargo securement
- Drug and alcohol testing
- Electronic logging devices
Driver Qualification
The FMCSA establishes requirements for trucker qualifications and licensing. It sets standards for commercial driver's licenses including knowledge and skills testing. The FMCSA also maintains the Commercial Driver's License Information System (CDLIS), which allows for the exchange of information about CMV drivers among the states, ensuring that only qualified and competent drivers operate commercial vehicles.
Hours of service Regulations
The FMCSA sets HOS regulations to prevent driver fatigue, a significant factor in trucking accidents. These regulations limit the number of hours a driver can be on duty and drive within specific time frames.
Vehicle Maintenance and Inspections
The FMCSA mandates regular vehicle maintenance and inspections to ensure that CMVs are in safe operating condition. It sets standards for pre-trip and post-trip inspections and requires carriers to keep maintenance records.
Compliance and Enforcement
The FMCSA monitors trucking industry compliance with safety regulations and conducts enforcement activities to address violations. It conducts compliance reviews and safety audits of carriers to assess their adherence to regulations.
Training and Education
The FMCSA promotes driver training and education programs to enhance safety awareness and skills. It provides resources, materials, and guidance to carriers, drivers, and the public to promote safe driving practices.
Research and Data Analysis
The FMCSA conducts research and data analysis to better understand the causes and contributing factors of trucking accidents. This research informs the development of new safety regulations and initiatives.
Partnerships and Collaboration
The FMCSA collaborates with other federal, state, and local agencies, as well as trucking industry stakeholders, to improve road safety.
Why Do 18-wheeler accidents Still Occur?
In many cases, truck crashes are caused by trucker negligence, whether they have failed to follow FMCSA regulations or lacked training and experience. Unfortunately, because of driver negligence, semi-truck accidents are still a common occurrence all across the country. If you were involved in a traffic accident with a commercial vehicle, contacting a truck accident lawyer can give your case the best chance of success.
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If you were injured in a commercial truck crash, contact MVP Accident Attorneys today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced truck accident lawyer. At a consultation, you can discuss your claim, go over your legal rights and options, and learn how our legal team can help you recover the compensation you’re owed after a big rig accident that was not your fault.
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Brett Sachs
Brett S. Sachs graduated from Michigan State University College of Law with Cum Laude Honors. While attending Michigan State, Brett was awarded for his service in the Michigan State University College of Law Civil Rights Clinic, where he represented prisoners of the Michigan Department of Corrections from injustices brought upon them. Learn more.
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