Trucking collisions pose a significant danger on our federal and state highways, prompting the federal government to place strict regulations on the trucking industry. Federal regulations cover inspection and maintenance of trucks, commercial truck driver’s licensing, hours of service, and drug or alcohol testing. Even with these regulations, truck accidents happen all too frequently, leaving victims of truck crashes with severe injuries that sometimes prove fatal.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Title 49, Parts 350-399) govern all vehicles engaged in interstate traffic. Below are relevant sections of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations:
- 49 CFR 350: Commercial Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program
- 49 CFR 382: Controlled Substances and Alcohol Use and Testing
- 49 CFR 383: Commercial Driver's License Standards; Requirements and Penalties
- 49 CFR 387: Minimum Levels of Financial Responsibility for Motor Carriers
- 49 CFR 390: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
- 49 CFR 391: Qualifications of Drivers
- 49 CFR 392: Driving of Commercial Motor Vehicles
- 49 CFR 393: Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation
- 49 CFR 395: Hours of Service of Drivers
- 49 CFR 396: Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance
- 49 CFR 397: Transportation of Hazardous Materials; Driving and Parking Rules
- 49 CFR 399: Employee Safety and Health Standards
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Web URL: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov
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