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E-File Form 2290

To avoid drunken driving the DOT has createdprocedures for conducting drug and alcohol testingwhen behind the wheelsThe DOT decides on the process of conducting thetest along with the procedures to implementThere are service agents to conduct the test keepingin mind the alcohol and drug regulations created byboth the DOT and FMCSA

Alcohol and Drug Inspection

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Vehicle Inspection

Truckers have to comply with the emission standards,which is managed by the Environmental ProtectionAgencyFramed under the vehicle regulation section, theprocess involves the inspection and surveillance ofmotor carriers to determine if the vehicle meets thestandard set by the USEPAThe inspection also involves finding the ‘Gross VehicleWeight’ along with the sound generated by the vehicle

Vehicle Inspection

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FMCSA HAZMAT Regulations

Under this section, truck drivers are assessed whentransporting hazardous materials and regularassessments helps keep accidents at bayAlso it defines FMCSA's procedure to determine thesafety fitness of motor carriersThe regulation explains the special permits requiredfor transporting hazardous materials

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Hours of Service Rules

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Truck drivers in the U.S should follow the HOS rulesfor driving a commercial motor vehicle involved in abusiness or interstate commerceThe HOS Rule differs depending upon the type ofdrivers (Property carrying or passenger carryingdrivers)The purpose of HOS is to prevent accidents causedby driver fatigue It is done by limiting the number of driving hours perday and the number of driving and working hours perweek

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