Acting as a broker requires you to be properly registered with the FMCSA. Those operating as a broker for the first time must start by applying for a unique identification number with the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT). This requires navigating to the Unified Registration System (URS) and following the on-screen prompts.
Month: February 2020
How do I tell the FMCSA about an operating authority transfer?
In October 2013, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) revised its policy for recording and transferring operating authority to make it more efficient. You must notify the FMCSA if you need to transfer your operating authority for any reason.
What is the Medical Review Board for trucking?
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) established a Medical Review Board (MRB) several years ago to provide input to the Secretary of Transportation regarding driver safety issues.