The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) biggest truck inspection effort of the year is currently underway — here’s what you need to know.
International Roadcheck is taking place throughout the United States, Mexico, and Canada from May 4 through May 6. During last year’s Roadcheck, more than 50,000 inspections were conducted and the out-of-service rate in North America for Level I, II and V Inspections combined, was 20.9%.
This year, inspectors are paying special attention to hours of service and lighting.
During Roadcheck, most drivers will undergo a Level I Inspection — a 37-step process to confirm compliance with driver operating requirements and vehicle mechanical fitness. Inspectors can also choose to conduct the Level II Walk-Around Driver/Vehicle Inspection, Level III Driver/Credential/Administrative Inspection or Level V Vehicle-Only Inspection.
If you are selected to undergo a Level I or V inspection, there are four things that can happen following the completion of the inspection:
Inspectors will also be checking the driver’s operating credentials, hours-of-service documentation, seat belt usage, and for alcohol and/or drug impairment. Driver violations could result in an out-of-service order.
It’s important to remember that violations that are discovered that do not result in an out-of-service order can still affect a motor carrier’s Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) score.
The CVSA says that inspectors will follow safety protocols to avoid the spread of COVID-19. Drivers hauling COVID-19 vaccines will not be held up for inspection unless a major violation is detected.
After International Roadcheck is complete, the CVSA has several other major inspection events planned for the summer of 2021. Click here for dates and more information.