What does 49 CFR 390.19T (Motor carrier, hazardous material safety permit applicant/holder, and intermodal equipment provider identification reports) require?

Short answer

49 CFR 390.19T requires motor carriers and intermodal equipment providers to file identification reports with FMCSA. A U.S.-domiciled motor carrier must file Form MCS-150, while a motor carrier requiring a Safety Permit must file Form MCS-150B, and an intermodal equipment provider must file Form MCS-150C.

The rule says

"A U.S.-, Canada-, Mexico-, or non-North America-domiciled motor carrier conducting operations in interstate commerce must file a Motor Carrier Identification Report, Form MCS-150." (49 CFR 390.19T(a)(1))

"Each intermodal equipment provider that offers intermodal equipment for transportation in interstate commerce must file an Intermodal Equipment Provider Identification Report, Form MCS-150C." (49 CFR 390.19T(a)(3))

In plain English

This regulation is about making sure that motor carriers and intermodal equipment providers are properly identified and registered with FMCSA. It's a way for the agency to keep track of who's operating in the industry and ensure that they're meeting safety and regulatory requirements. The forms that need to be filed - MCS-150, MCS-150B, and MCS-150C - collect information about the company, its operations, and its safety record. This information is used to monitor compliance and enforce safety regulations.

What to do

• File the required identification report (Form MCS-150, MCS-150B, or MCS-150C) with FMCSA before beginning operations and every 24 months thereafter.
• Ensure that the form is completed accurately and submitted on time to avoid penalties and deactivation of the USDOT Number.
• Keep records of the filing and any updates to the information provided on the form.