Personal Conveyance

Kelli Bloom, the compliance manager at Anderson Trucking Service, sheds light on the importance of understanding personal conveyance in the trucking industry. Personal conveyance involves the use of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) for personal purposes while offduty. Kelli explains the limitations of personal conveyance, emphasizing that it must NOT be utilized for workrelated tasks or to facilitate load transportation.

While the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) lacks a formal regulation for personal conveyance, Kelli provides valuable insights into the FMCSA's interpretation, which serves as the basis for individual company policies. Understand the implications of misusing personal conveyance, such as the risk of surpassing driving hours or manipulating the vehicle's route, which can result in severe violations and penalties.

Join us in this comprehensive discussion on personal conveyance to ensure a deeper understanding of its significance in the trucking sector. Don't miss out on this essential information that every trucking professional should know.

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00:00 Personal Conveyance
00:37 What Is Personal Conveyance?
01:10 FMCSA Rule
01:41 When a CMV Can Be Used For Personal Conveyance
02:04 When A CMV Should NOT Be Used For Personal Conveyance
02:33 Company Differences
03:49 Personal Conveyance Violations
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