Instructions for filing an RDR are provided, and include simple forms and the submission of information such as the report number, date, and time of the event, State, explanation, and supporting documentation, if needed.

In addition, FMCSA has provided online tools to help States diagnose the reasons for any untimely submission of inspection reports. Nearly 95 percent of the over 3 million inspections conducted annually are uploaded to the FMCSA Website within FMCSA's 21-day standard.

Instructions for filing an RDR are provided, and include simple forms and the submission of information such as the report number, date, and time of the event, State, explanation, and supporting documentation, if needed.

When requested by an authorized safety official, a motor carrier must produce ELD records in an electronic format either at the time of the request or, if the motor carrier has multiple offices or terminals, within the time permitted under 49 CFR 390.29. Requirements for ELDs can be found in 49 CFR 395 Subpart B.

Motor carrier and company users: call 1-800-832-5660 or submit a question through https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/registration/ask-fmcsa. State and Local Enforcement Users: call FMCSA by dialing 617-494-3003 (Option 1) or email [email protected].

With improved tools, carriers can show compliance early and get back to business. The Safety Measurement System (SMS) Carrier Dashboard allows carriers to track investigations and upload documents on their own time, becoming more time and cost effective for everyone. Select “Sign in with Login.gov” to log in.

View the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for official information about what is required to demonstrate compliance. Start by using the Compliance Questionnaire to quickly evaluate your business’s policies and procedures and identify ways that you can improve safety.

All motor carriers must maintain a qualification file for each employed driver. A driver qualification file checklist may be helpful to ensure that all required documents and inquiries are obtained.

49 CFR 391 explains the minimum requirements for commercial motor vehicle drivers. Motor carriers are required to maintain a qualification file for each of their drivers. The following checklist will help you ensure that each driver qualification file is complete. MVR.

In addition, FMCSA has provided online tools to help States diagnose the reasons for any untimely submission of inspection reports. Nearly 95 percent of the over 3 million inspections conducted annually are uploaded to the FMCSA Website within FMCSA's 21-day standard.