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What is required for companies transporting freight for hire?
What is required for companies transporting freight for hire?
What responsibility does a motor carrier have for drivers?
What responsibility does a motor carrier have for drivers?
What is the agreement between the FMCSA and motor carriers?
What is the agreement between the FMCSA and motor carriers?
Study Notes
- To operate as a motor carrier, all companies transporting freight for hire are required to have an MC number from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Your authority is what allows you to transport goods across state lines for a fee.
- One part of your operating authority is the agreement with the FMCSA that you will provide insurance for all vehicles running under your authority.
- What this means is that anyone using your MC or DOT numbers will be listed on and covered by your Liability and Cargo insurance policies.
- You have the responsibility to make sure that any drivers you hire to operate your owned equipment or lease to operate under your authority are safe drivers that are qualified to operate the equipment and have the proper training and license.
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Test your knowledge about the operating authority requirements for motor carriers, including the necessity of an MC number, insurance obligations, and driver qualifications.
