Don’t be unprepared for a DOT audit
Any employer, employee, or vehicle involved in the transportation of property or passengers in interstate commerce with a vehicle of gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or combination weight rating (GCWR) of more than 10,000 lbs. is subject to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) and potential Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) audits.
What is a DOT audit? A DOT on-site audit evaluates a company’s safety performance and confirms proper and complete recordkeeping. The review also determines if the company has adequate management controls in place to ensure FMCSR compliance. A DOT review contains six inspection categories, or factors:
- General
- Driver
- Operational
- Vehicle
- Hazardous Materials
- Accidents
The Federal Department of Transportation uses a list of requirements when performing an audit. Here are some relevant FMCSR guidelines you need to be aware of:
| Part 40/382 | Drug Program and Requirements |
| Part 385 | Safety Fitness Procedures |
| Part 387 | Minimum Levels of Financial Responsibility |
| Part 390 | General (Knowledge Test and Accident Files) |
| Part 391 | Qualification of Drivers |
| Part 392 | Driving of Commercial Motor Vehicles |
| Part 393 | Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation |
| Part 395 | Hours of Service |
| Part 396 | Inspection, Repair and Maintenance |
| Part 399 | Employee Safety and Health Standards |
| Appendix G | Minimum Periodic Inspection Standards |
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