šProposed Rule on Portable Conveyor Brake Requirements
Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Brakes on Portable Conveyors
Summary
FMCSA proposes to add an exception for portable conveyors used in aggregate industry operations, and manufactured before 2010, from the requirements that each commercial motor vehicle (CMV) be equipped with brakes acting on all wheels, provided certain conditions are satisfied. This proposal is in response to a petition for rulemaking from the Michigan Aggregates Association (MAA). The proposed change would provide relief from a regulatory requirement for certain portable conveyors without impacting safety.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Business Impact
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The proposed rule would exempt portable conveyors manufactured before 2010 from brake requirements, thus reducing compliance costs for businesses in the aggregate industry. This change directly affects operational efficiency and financial performance by potentially extending the life of older equipment without compromising safety.