CVSA Roadcheck 2020 starts today! The CVSA International Roadcheck begins today and lasts for the next 72 hours.
During this time period, we can expect to see a much greater law enforcement presence on the roadways as CMV inspectors will be conducting thousands of Level 1 DOT inspections. Preparing for CVSA Roadcheck in advance should make it a “non-event” for your fleet!
In case you missed it, this year the focus is on “Driver Requirements”.
CVSA Roadcheck 2020: What To Expect
During CVSA Roadcheck 2020, the inspector will:
Collect and verify the driver’s documents
Identify the motor carrier
Examine the driver’s license
Check record of duty status
Review periodic inspection report(s)
If applicable, the inspector will check:
The Medical Examiner’s Certificate
Skill Performance Evaluation Certificate
The driver’s daily vehicle inspection report
Inspectors will also check drivers for seat belt usage, illness, fatigue, and apparent alcohol or drug possession or impairment.
To me, this is really just a fancy way of saying that we’re going to make sure that a driver’s paperwork and ELD are in good order.
As always, no inspection is the best inspection!
We recommend following our “Don’t Get BUSSTed” framework to avoid roadside inspections altogether!
CVSA Roadcheck 2020: Inspection Tips
Here are some quick tips to make sure an inspection goes better if they are selected during the CVSA Roadcheck 2020:
1) Make sure that the truck’s cab (and especially the dashboard) is tidy. A messy cab is an invitation for the officer to ask “what else isn’t in good order”?
2) Have each driver pay a little closer attention to their pre and post trip inspections this week. If nothing else, make sure that all of the lights and turn signals are operational!
3) Drivers should keep all applicable documentation up to date, organized, and easily accessible from their cab. Required documents include:
- Driver’s license, medical certification, and any applicable medical waivers
- Supporting documents, such as bills of lading and expense reports (up to eight supporting documents need to be retained for each driver, each day)
- Hazmat documentation
- Annual vehicle inspection information
- Permit credentials, including the International Registration Plan (IRP) cab card, International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) license and decals, and any temporary permit
- ELD-related documents, including eight days of blank logs, driver information, and malfunction/transfer instructions for the device being used.
4) Make sure that each driver has certified the prior day’s RODS on their ELD.
5) Encourage drivers to maintain their bearing and be respectful of officers if they are selected for an inspection. Simply being polite may not get them out of a violation, but it will certainly encourage the officer to not dig any further than they see fit.
Learn more about the 2018 International Roadcheck event here!
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