Violations, Audits, and Sanctions Flashcards
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What triggers a mandatory facility audit under the CVOR system?
Answer: Safety rating deterioration, serious incidents, or complaints
Mandatory audits are triggered by rating deterioration, serious incidents, or complaints.
What areas does an MTO facility audit typically examine?
Answer: Driver files, HOS records, vehicle maintenance records, and safety management systems
Audits comprehensively examine driver files, HOS compliance, maintenance records, and safety management.
What is a fleet limitation order in CVOR sanctions?
Answer: A restriction on the number of vehicles a carrier can operate
A fleet limitation order restricts the number of vehicles a carrier can operate until safety improvements are demonstrated.
How can a carrier proactively reduce their risk of CVOR sanctions?
Answer: By implementing robust safety management systems and proactive driver monitoring
Comprehensive safety management systems, self-audits, and proactive monitoring are the best prevention.
What is the typical escalation path for CVOR sanctions?
Answer: Warning letter, improvement plan, fleet limitation, suspension, cancellation
Sanctions follow a graduated escalation path giving carriers opportunities to improve.
Which violations are classified as critical under the CVOR system?
Answer: Driving while suspended, operating without CVOR, and falsifying safety records
Critical violations include the most serious offences with the heaviest point penalties.