The Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act (CMVSA) applies to all employees who operate Company vehicles that: have a gross weight rating of 26,001 or more pounds; are designated to transport 16 or more people; or are used to transport hazardous materials. Drivers of fire-fighting equipment and emergency vehicles are exempt while performing emergency service duties.
All employees who drive commercial motor vehicles for FictionSoft will be required to obtain a Medical Examiner’s Certificate (medical card). All employees must successfully undergo a physical examination to obtain the medical card. The medical card is to be carried at all times by the employee when driving a commercial motor vehicle.
Employees who drive these types of commercial vehicles, including auto mechanics that test drive such vehicles and individuals who load them, must meet the requirements for a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Such employees are also subject to the drug/alcohol testing requirements outlined in this manual. Further information is available from your manager.