🚛FMCSA Notice on Inspector Qualifications and Exemption Renewal
Inspection, Repair and Maintenance; Inspector Qualifications; Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) Application for Renewal of Exemption
Summary
FMCSA requests public comment on an application from the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) to renew its exemption from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) that allows individuals who complete a training program consistent with IANA's Intermodal Recommended Practices (IRPs) to be considered qualified inspectors for purposes of the periodic inspection rule, or qualified brake inspectors for purposes of the brake system inspection, repair and maintenance requirements. The exemption was initially granted on August 18, 2020, and expires on August 18, 2025.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Business Impact
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The document discusses the renewal of an exemption allowing qualified inspectors for vehicle inspections based on training rather than experience, affecting compliance and operational standards. Businesses involved in transportation may benefit from streamlined processes and reduced barriers to hiring qualified inspectors.