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30-Minute Break Extension Sought for OS/OW Load Haulers

November 25, 2014

Last week, the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA) submitted an application to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) for an exemption from the 30-minute rest break provision for oversize/overweight load haulers.

The current 2013 Hours of Service Rule states drivers must take a 30-minute break within the first eight hours of driving.

According to the SC&RA, this rule is hard for drivers to follow due to some state revia online travel time restrictions on oversize/overweight loads, and poses a threat to public safety when drivers have to park their loads alongside highways or exit ramps.

The organization does not believe the requested exemption will negatively impact the safety of drivers.

FMCSA will be accepting public comment on the application for 30 days (on or before December 24, 2014) before a decision is made. Public comments can be submitted here.

WCS Permits & Pilot Cars is North America’s oversize load permit authority.

Phone: 888-737-6483

STATE	CA
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE IRP REQUIREMENTS	>26k GVW, >2 axles, or with trailer
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE IFTA REQUIREMENTS	>26k GVW, >2 axles, or with trailer
RV/SME IRP REQUIREMENTS	Purchase if RV/SME towed. W/dealer tag, IRP not required.
RV/SME IFTA REQUIREMENTS	None
SPECIAL WEIGHT REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS	None
HUNTER’S PERMIT AVAILABLE?	No
IRP/IFTA RE-ENTRY PERMIT REQUIRED?	No
EXCEPTIONS	None
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
TRIP & FUEL STATE FEE	$31

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