2024 Facts for Drivers PDF

Q. For how long may a driver use the four-way flashers as an emergency warning when stopped for reasons other than disablement or a required traffic stop? A. Ifa vehicle stop will not exceed 10 minutes, the driver may use the four-way flashers, only. If the vehicle stop exceeds 10...

Q. For how long may a driver use the four-way flashers as an emergency warning when stopped for reasons other than disablement or a required traffic stop? A. Ifa vehicle stop will not exceed 10 minutes, the driver may use the four-way flashers, only. If the vehicle stop exceeds 10 minutes, the driver must place other emergency warning devices as required by the regulations ($392.22). Q. How can the driver measure the proper distance for setting out the emergency warning signalsf A. By pacing off the distances. One pace equals roughly 2 1/2 feet; thus, 10 feet equals 4 paces; 100 feet equals 40 paces; 200 feet equals 80 paces; 500 feet equals 200 paces. Q. Ifa roadside inspector determines that a driver is in violation of the driving or on-duty limitations, what can the inspector do? A. The inspector can place the driver in an “out of service” status until such time as the driver is again in compliance with regula- tions. While “out of service,’ the driver should contact their dispatcher/ supervisor and get rest ($395.13). Q. What action may be taken if a vehicle is inspected on the highway and found to be in unsatisfactory mechanical condi- tion? A. A -wehicle may be placed “out of service” if it is in such poor condition that it 1s likely to break down or cause an accident. It may not be moved until necessary repairs have been made or until it is towed to where repairs can be made ($396.9). Q. What ts the driver's responsibility after completion of a road- side safety inspection? A. Per the FMCSRs, after a roadside inspection, the driver will be given a copy of the inspection report which the driver must submit to the carrier. If the driver will reach a carrier facility within 24 hours, the report may be turned in at that time. If not, the driver must immediately mail the report to the carrier ($396.9).