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Plain-English definitions for DOT authority, MC numbers, FMCSA filings, safety ratings, inspections, violations, IFTA, UCR, MCS-150, and compliance terms used by motor carriers.
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Federal agency that regulates motor carrier safety.
Unique federal identification number for a motor carrier.
Motor carrier docket number tied to operating authority.
Permission to operate in a regulated transportation role.
FMCSA carrier identification and update form.
Required FMCSA update every two years.
FMCSA safety compliance and monitoring program.
Safety Measurement System used by FMCSA.
FMCSA safety category used inside SMS.
A driver or vehicle cannot operate until corrected.
DOT or enforcement inspection of driver and vehicle.
Detailed driver and vehicle roadside inspection.
Interstate fuel tax reporting system.
Annual interstate carrier registration program.
Electronic Logging Device for driver logs.
Hours-of-Service driving and duty-time rules.
FMCSA rating of carrier safety compliance.
Audit or investigation of carrier safety compliance.
Safety audit for newly authorized carriers.
Required driver qualification record file.
Federal drug and alcohol violation database.
Bodily Injury and Property Damage liability coverage.
Process agent filing for authority.
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