Driver Handbook for Property Carriers

Motor carriers have a regulatory responsibility to ensure that all drivers operating under their USDOT number are sufficiently knowledgeable of and comply with all regulations contained in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations that are applicable to their operations. Specifically, "every driver and employee involved in motor carrier operations shall be instructed regarding, and shall comply with, all applicable regulations." 49 C.F.R. 390.3(e). This fully-customizable Driver Handbook is designed to inform property-carrying drivers of their obligations under the main components of the federal safety regulations, including driver qualification, hours-of-service, vehicle maintenance, and more. The handbook can be tailored to include company-specific requirements and standards. THIS PARTICULAR HANDBOOK IS DESIGNED FOR DRIVERS OF PROPERTY CARRIERS. Please contact us if you are in need of one designed for passenger carriers. Included Sections: Philosophy & Scope Definitions Driver Qualification Hours of Service Electronic Logging Devices Short-Haul Exemption Personal Conveyance Vehicle Maintenance Accidents Consequences of Violations Pertinent Regulation(s): 49 C.F.R. 390.3