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Understanding DOT "Light" Regulations for Passenger Vans: Key Changes and Compliance Overview

This presentation covers recent changes in DOT regulations regarding "Light" passenger vans, applicable to 9-15 passenger vehicles. Key topics include the removal of the 75-mile exemption, requirements for driver files, vehicle inspections, and the SAFER reporting system. It highlights who qualifies for exemptions, state regulations, and the importance of documentation and maintenance plans. Despite no CDL or logbook requirements, drivers must adhere to DOT driver record standards. This session aims to clarify compliance obligations and ensure the safety of van operations.

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Understanding DOT "Light" Regulations for Passenger Vans: Key Changes and Compliance Overview

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  1. DOT “Light” for Vans Presented at AGTA San Jose 2011 Info from Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Speaker is NOT an expert

  2. What’s this about? • Recent changes in the law • What DOT “light” means • Overview of requirements • SAFER reporting system

  3. Changes affecting 9-15 Passenger vans • 6/1/2010 effective: 75 miles exemption removed unless exempted • DOT# on van • Driver file requirements • Vehicle inspections • SAFER reporting system

  4. Who is exempt? • Single state operators • Commercial Zone or otherwise: example Washington DC area-WMATC • Check local rules frequently

  5. Why DOT “Light”? • Don made up this term! • No driver CDL required • No driver log book required • HOWEVER…..

  6. DOT Driver Record Requirements • DOT physical and driver card • Hours of service tracking • MVA history • Safety/fitness reviews • No drug test, but……. • Document, Document, Document

  7. Vehicle Maintenance • Preventive and repair plan documented • Outside regular inspections • Document, document, document

  8. So what? Who knows? • SAFER System website • Anyone can see status and results • Look ‘em up

  9. SAFER Pg1

  10. SAFER Pg2

  11. FMCSA Brochure • http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety-security/PCS/safetypubs.aspx

  12. Brochure

  13. So that’s the Challenge • Who will serve your customers?

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