What does 49 CFR 380.111 (Substitute for driver training) require?

Short answer

49 CFR 380.111 requires an individual to meet specific conditions to be exempt from LCV driver-training requirements, including having a valid Class A CDL with a "double/triple trailers" endorsement and no more than one conviction for a serious traffic violation.

The rule says

1. "An individual must certify that, during the 2-year period immediately preceding the date of application for a Certificate of Grandfathering, he/she had: (1) A valid Class A CDL with a “double/triple trailers” endorsement" (49 CFR 380.111(b))

2. "No more than one conviction for a serious traffic violation, as defined in § 383.5 of this subchapter, while operating a CMV" (49 CFR 380.111(b)(7))

3. "A motor carrier must issue a Certificate of Grandfathering to a person who meets the requirements of this section and must maintain a copy of the certificate in the individual's Driver Qualification file." (49 CFR 380.111(d))

In plain English

This rule provides a grandfather clause for individuals who have been operating LCVs and meet certain conditions, allowing them to continue operating without completing the required driver training. The conditions include having a valid Class A CDL with the necessary endorsement, a clean driving record, and recent experience operating CMVs. Motor carriers must verify that drivers meet these conditions and maintain a certificate of grandfathering in the driver's qualification file. This exemption is only available for a limited time, until the year following June 1, 2004.

What to do

• Verify the driver's CDL and endorsement
• Check the driver's driving record for convictions or suspensions
• Confirm the driver's recent experience operating CMVs
• Issue a Certificate of Grandfathering if the driver meets the conditions
• Maintain a copy of the certificate in the driver's qualification file