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Compliance is not an option in the trucking industry; it is the backbone of operating legally and avoiding punishing penalties. From DMV registration renewal to FMCSA, DOT, IFTA, IRP, UCR, ELD, truck permits, insurance, drug testing, Form 2290 HVUT, MC Authority, Clearinghouse, and, lastly, Hours of Service (HOS) rules, it can be said that the carriers and owner operators must meet a lot of federal and state requirements to stay on the roadway. This article covers each requirement, who needs it, and the applications of these requirements to the trucking business.
Renewal of DMV registration is to ensure that your commercial motor vehicle is legally registered in the state before being operated on public highways.
Who needs it?
All commercial trucks that operate in interstate or intrastate must complete the annual or biennial DMV registration renewal.
Basic requirements include:
FMCSA regulates commercial motor vehicles with the intention of improving safety and minimizing crashes.
Who needs it?
Motor carriers, brokers, for-hire carriers, private carriers, and freight forwarders.
The key requirements are the following:
The DOT compliance program deals with safety, maintenance, and driver qualification standards.
Applies to:
Carriers operating interstate with vehicles over 10,000 lb
Key requirements:
IFTA simplifies the transaction of fuel taxes for interstate commercial vehicles.
Who must file?
At the very least, trucks weighing 26,000 lbs+ or having 3+ axles operating across state lines.
Requirements include:
The IRP allows carriers to operate in multiple jurisdictions with a single apportioned plate.
Who needs IRP?
Commercial vehicles over 26,000 lbs or with 3+ axles traveling interstate.
Requirements:
UCR is an annual fee program for carriers operating interstate.
Who must register?
ELDs record driver hours automatically and replace paper logbooks.
Who needs ELDs?
Most interstate CDL drivers, with limited exceptions (e.g., short-haul).
Requirements:
Truck permits cover oversize/overweight limits, trip/fuel permits, and temporary operating authority.
Who requires permits?
Commercial trucking insurance is mandatory for both safety and FMCSA registration.
Requirements include:
Who needs it?
Both for-hire and private carriers.
View MoreFMCSA mandates strict drug testing and alcohol testing for safety-sensitive drivers.
Who must comply?
CDL drivers operating commercial motor vehicles interstate.
Program requirements:
Form 2290 is the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax required for vehicles weighing 55,000 lbs or more.
Who must file?
Anyone registering a heavy truck in their name, including:
Requirements
Required for for-hire carriers transporting regulated commodities.
Who needs MC Authority?
Requirements:
MCSA Clearinghouse tracks drug and alcohol violations.
Who needs to register?
Requirements:
HOS rules prevent driver fatigue and improve road safety.
Who must follow HOS rules?
Interstate CDL drivers with limited exemptions.
Requirements:
Being compliant not only keeps one from getting in trouble but can also lead to an efficient operation, reduced risk, and brokers' and shippers' trust. The benefits of a successful compliance program do not only entail safe roads and good working environments but also, eventually, a successful trucking company.
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