FMCSA Accident Reporting and Recordkeeping

Question 1

What is the FMCSA's definition of a 'recordable accident' for motor carriers under 49 CFR 390.15?

Accepted Answer

An accident involving a fatality, off-scene medical treatment for injuries, or a vehicle requiring towing

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Any accident involving a CMV where a police report is filed

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An accident resulting in a citation to the CMV driver

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Any collision between a CMV and another vehicle on a public road

Question 2

How long must motor carriers retain accident records under 49 CFR 390.15?

Accepted Answer

3 years

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6 months

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1 year

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2 years

Question 3

Which of the following information is required in a motor carrier's accident register?

Accepted Answer

Number of fatalities, injuries, and whether hazardous materials were released

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Driver's CDL number and endorsements held

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Insurance policy number and deductible amount

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Vehicle weight, cargo description, and shipper information

Question 4

Under FMCSA regulations, which accident would be considered 'recordable'?

Accepted Answer

A CMV rear-ends a vehicle, sending the other driver to the hospital

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A CMV blows a tire and the driver changes it on the shoulder with no injuries

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A CMV driver receives a speeding citation during a routine traffic stop

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A CMV cargo door opens and causes minor roadway debris with no injuries

Question 5

Where must a motor carrier's accident register be maintained?

Accepted Answer

At the motor carrier's principal place of business

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In the CMV's cab at all times

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At the nearest state DOT office

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With the driver's personnel file at the hiring terminal

Question 6

Which of the following accidents would NOT be recordable under FMCSA regulations?

Accepted Answer

A CMV sideswipes a barrier, sustaining minor scratches, with no injuries and no towing required

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A CMV strikes a parked car, disabling it and requiring it to be towed

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A CMV collision results in one fatality

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A pedestrian struck by a CMV is transported to the emergency room

Question 7

What document must motor carriers maintain to track accidents involving their commercial vehicles?

Accepted Answer

Accident register

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Driver safety performance history report

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Vehicle incident log

Answer

Safety compliance journal