Who Must Comply Exercise

David is a farmer who operates equipment on his farm. He does not have a CDL, but sometimes he must move his tractor from one side of the street to another to farm his land. Does David have to comply with hours-of-service?

• yes

• no

Answer explanation

David does not have to comply with hours-of-service regulations. Farmers have exemptions from every requirement listed within Regulation Part 391. But there is one exception. Farmers cannot use handheld devices or engage in texting while driving. This applies to operating any vehicle. Farmers must adhere to medical evaluation rules and the certification requirement.

Susan works for a large carrier who operates a fleet of over 650 drivers. She is required to carry a CDL class A license. Their vehicles weigh around 80,000lbs. Does Susan and her carrier have to comply with hours-of-service regulation?

• yes

• no

Answer explanation

Susan and the carrier are subject to hours-of-service regulations. According to 49 CFR 395 any carrier operating vehicles over 10,001 lbs must comply.

Robert is the owner of a company that hauls fuels from the main Citgo plant to gas stations. His company transports hazardous materials that require the driver's to display placards on their trailers. Does Robert's company have to comply with hours-of-service regulations?

• yes

• no

Answer explanation

Robert's company has to comply with hours-of-service regulations. According to 49 FR 395 any carrier transporting cargo that requires placarding must comply.

Kelly drivers a Ford-150 truck to work daily. She works as a manager at a food plant. She only utilizes her vehicle for personal endeavors. Her vehicle requires diesel fuel. She does not have a CDL. Does she have to comply with hours-of-service?

• yes

• no

Answer explanation

Kelly does not have to comply with hours of service as the weight of her vehicle is under the weight specified by the hours-of-service regulation. She is not a commercial driver, does not hold a CDL, and uses her vehicle for personal reasons only.