Frequently Asked Questions
The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) are questions and answers about Compliance,
Safety, Accountability (CSA) that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
(FMCSA) compiled to assist the public. As questions come in through the website,
FMCSA adds them to the database along with their answers. If you do not see your
question or topic addressed, please
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The FAQ area has recently been enhanced. Users can now search FAQs by stakeholder
group, topics (displayed on the left side of the page), or by entering a keyword
below. Choosing “Show All” will display the entire collection of FAQs.
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Why does the Safety Measurement System (SMS) hold carriers responsible for driver
errors, such as speeding?
Answer
Motor carriers are held accountable for driver errors because they are responsible
for the job performance of those who work for them. This is a longstanding Federal
Motor Carrier Safety Administration position and is not unique to Compliance, Safety,
Accountability or the new SMS.
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