General - (Frequently Asked Questions)

We are a company that only uses trucks to carry equipment to work sights. Are we considered a commercial motor carrier and required to comply to the FMCSR?

Yes, if the equipment you are transporting and the vehicle being driven is in the furtherance of a business and meets the definition of a commercial motor vehicle. (�390.5)

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If an owner-operator is working for us under his own authority, are we required to qualify him under the FMCSR?

No. The motor carrier under whose authority the driver and vehicle is operating under is responsible for qualifying the driver. (�390)

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We are a private motor carrier that does not transport hazardous materials. Do we need to comply with any of the FMCSR insurance requirements?

No. Private non-hazmat motor carriers are not required to comply with the insurance rules. Only for-hire carriers and any carrier who transports most types of hazardous materials must comply with the FMCSR’s Minimum Levels of Financial Responsibility. (387.3)

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The FMCSR says that trailer tires cannot have tread less than 2/32 of an inch. Is that in one spot or across the entire tire?

A tire is not fit for highway use when it has less than 2/32 inches tread when measured at any point on a major tread groove. (Appendix G Tires)

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