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FMCSA & DOT Compliance Flashcards

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  1. Under FMCSA regulations, what is the maximum weight of a 'household goods' shipment that can be transported under a non-binding estimate?

    Answer: There is no weight limit; non-binding estimates apply to any shipment

    FMCSA does not impose a weight cap on non-binding estimates; they may be offered for any HHG shipment, though the final charge is based on actual weight.

  2. Which DOT agency is specifically responsible for regulating the transportation of hazardous materials by truck?

    Answer: PHMSA (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration)

    PHMSA sets the hazardous materials regulations (HMR) for all transportation modes, while FMCSA enforces those rules for highway carriers.

  3. A household goods carrier is required to reweigh a shipment if the shipper requests it and the shipment has not yet been delivered. Who pays for the reweigh?

    Answer: The carrier always pays for reweighs

    Under FMCSA rules, the carrier must perform a requested reweigh at no charge to the shipper prior to delivery.

  4. Which FMCSA regulation requires household goods carriers to offer full value protection to shippers?

    Answer: 49 CFR Part 375

    49 CFR Part 375 governs transportation of household goods and requires carriers to offer full value protection as the default liability option.

  5. Under FMCSA rules, a household goods carrier may not collect more than what percentage above the binding estimate at delivery?

    Answer: 0% — the binding estimate is the final price

    A binding estimate is a guaranteed price; the carrier cannot collect more than the binding estimate amount at delivery regardless of actual weight or services.

  6. The FMCSA's 'Order for Service' (OFS) document must include which of the following?

    Answer: The agreed pickup and delivery dates or windows and the estimated charges

    The Order for Service must include pickup/delivery dates, estimated charges, and other key shipment details so both parties have a clear written record.

  7. What is the minimum period that FMCSA-regulated household goods carriers must retain records of each shipment?

    Answer: 1 year

    FMCSA requires household goods carriers to retain shipping documents, including the Bill of Lading and weight tickets, for a minimum of one year.