Compliance review An onsite examination of motor carrier operations, such as drivers’ hours of service, maintenance and inspection, driver qualification,…
Commercial Motor Vehicle (as defined in 49 CFR 390.5) Any self-propelled or towed motor vehicle used on a highway in…
Commercial Motor Vehicle (As defined in 49 CFR 383.5) This additional definition only applies to regulations in 49 CFR 383.…
Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) A CLP is issued to an individual by a State or other jurisdiction of domicile. See 49…
Commercial Driver's License Information System (CDLIS) Established by FMCSA pursuant to section 12007 of the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act…
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) A type of driver's license required to operate large or heavy vehicles. Requires a higher level…
Brake inspector Any employee who is responsible for ensuring that all brake inspections, maintenance, service, or repairs meet Federal standards.
Acute noncompliance Violation(s) that require immediate corrective actions by a carrier, regardless of the carrier’s overall safety posture.