🚛FMCSA Renews Exemption for Intermodal Inspector Qualifications
Inspection, Repair and Maintenance; Inspector Qualifications; Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) Application for Renewal of Exemption
Summary
FMCSA announces its final decision to renew an exemption requested by the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) to allow an individual who completes a training program consistent with IANA's Intermodal Recommended Practices (IRPs) to be considered a qualified inspector for purposes of the periodic inspection of intermodal equipment (IME), or a qualified brake inspector, for purposes of the brake system inspection, repair, and maintenance requirements of IME.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The notice involves regulatory compliance requirements, specifically the renewal of an exemption allowing individuals completing an IANA training program to perform inspections and maintenance on intermodal equipment. This affects training costs and operational compliance for businesses involved in intermodal operations.