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Tag: entry-level driver training rule
Business
Rule change eases process for drivers upgrading from Class B to Class A CDL
The new rulemaking adds an optional theory instruction upgrade curriculum for those upgrading from a Class B to a Class A that removes eight instructional units involving “non-driving activities.” FMCSA says these units are nearly identical to instructional units in the Class B CDL curriculum.
March 5, 2019
Business
Drug testing database, driver training standards set to publish this week, DOT says
The DOT is projecting final rules for the CDL Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and the Entry-Level Driver Training standards to be published this week.
November 22, 2016
Business
Final version of entry-level driver training rule moves closer to publication
The proposed rule outlined classroom training that would require instruction on the basics of driving a truck, including instrument and control instruction, how to perform pre- and post-trip inspections, how to safely back to a dock, hours-of-service regulations and more. It also required at least 30 hours behind the wheel before a CDL could be issued.
August 30, 2016
Business
Truck operators to take on most of driver training rule costs, per FMCSA figures
Drivers themselves will bear the bulk of the rule’s costs, according to FMCSA’s calculations. The 30-day period for owner-operators and other industry stakeholders to file formal comments ends in a week.
March 30, 2016
Business
FMCSA unveils driver training rule proposal, sets up core curriculum and more for pre-CDL drivers
The DOT released today a proposed rule that would establish a standard curriculum for new truckers receiving their CDL, require minimum driving time during training and set up a registry of FMCSA-approved driver training entities.
March 4, 2016
Channel 19
MATS haps: On-air wedding, regs listening session, and more!
Driver Kevin Young and ridealong partner Shannon Mann will tie the knot with Freewheelin’ cohost Meredith Ochs officiating at the PanaPacific booth Friday, March 22, at noon.
March 19, 2013
Business
Ferro: Agency will propose EOBR rule
Electronic onboard recorder proposal expected in late 2012 or early 2013.
May 22, 2012
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