Commercial Driving Safety Regulations 2

Question 1

What is the penalty for using a hand-held cell phone while driving a commercial vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Fines up to $2,750 for the driver and disqualification for multiple offenses

Answer

No penalty exists

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A verbal warning

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$50 fine

Question 2

What is a random drug and alcohol testing program?

Accepted Answer

A FMCSA-required program where commercial drivers are subject to unannounced drug and alcohol testing throughout the year

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Optional employer wellness program

Answer

A yearly physical exam

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A self-reporting system

Question 3

What is the maximum fine a driver can face for exceeding Hours of Service limits?

Accepted Answer

Up to $16,000 per violation

Answer

$500

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$1,000

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$100 per hour over

Question 4

What is the 'Right to Refuse' regarding unsafe vehicle conditions?

Accepted Answer

A driver's legal right to refuse to operate a vehicle they believe is unsafe without retaliation

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The right to refuse a delivery

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The right to refuse overtime

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The right to refuse cargo they dislike

Question 5

What is a roadside inspection and what are the inspection levels?

Accepted Answer

A DOT inspection conducted at any location with 6 levels ranging from full vehicle and driver to radiological

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An inspection performed only at repair shops

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A manufacturer's quality check

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An annual state inspection

Question 6

What disqualifies a driver from operating a commercial vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Major violations including DUI, leaving the scene of an accident, and using a CMV to commit a felony

Answer

Being over 65 years old

Answer

Having poor eyesight with correction

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Having less than 5 years of driving experience