83 FR 45742 - Commercial Driver's License Standards: Application for Exemption; Daimler Trucks North America (Daimler)
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 175 (September 10, 2018)
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 175 (September 10, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-19636 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 175 (Monday, September 10, 2018)] [Notices] [Pages 45742-45744] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-19636] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration [Docket No. FMCSA-2012-0032] Commercial Driver's License Standards: Application for Exemption; Daimler Trucks North America (Daimler) AGENCY: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of final disposition; grant of application for exemption. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: FMCSA announces its decision to grant an exemption to Daimler Trucks North America (Daimler) for one of its commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. Daimler requested a 5-year exemption from the Federal requirement to hold a U.S. commercial driver's license (CDL) for Mr. Christophe Veber, Lead Engineer in Vehicle Predictive Technology for [[Page 45743]] Daimler. Mr. Veber holds a valid German commercial license and wants to test-drive Daimler vehicles on U.S. roads to better understand product requirements for these systems in ``real world'' environments, and verify results. Daimler believes the requirements for a German commercial license ensure that holders of the license will likely achieve a level of safety equal to or greater than that of drivers who hold a U.S. State-issued CDL. DATES: This exemption is applicable September 10, 2018 and expires September 11, 2023. ADDRESSES: Docket: For access to the docket to read background documents or comments, go to www.regulations.gov at any time or visit Room W12-140 on the ground level of the West Building, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., ET, Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The on-line FDMS is available 24 hours each day, 365 days each year. Privacy Act: In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 553(c), DOT solicits comments from the public to better inform its rulemaking process. DOT posts these comments, without edit, including any personal information the commenter provides, to www.regulations.gov, as described in the system of records notice (DOT/ALL-14 FDMS), which can be reviewed at www.dot.gov/privacy. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Thomas Yager, Chief, FMCSA Driver and Carrier Operations Division; Office of Carrier, Driver and Vehicle Safety Standards; Telephone: 614-942-6477. Email: MCPSD@dot.gov. If you have questions on viewing or submitting material to the docket, contact Docket Services, telephone (202) 366-9826. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Public Participation Viewing Comments and Documents To view comments, as well as documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in the docket, go to www.regulations.gov and insert the docket number, ``FMCSA-2012-0032 in the ``Keyword'' box and click ``Search.'' Next, click the ``Open Docket Folder'' button and choose the document to review. If you do not have access to the internet, you may view the docket online by visiting the Docket Management Facility in Room W12-140 on the ground floor of the DOT West Building, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., e.t., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. II. Legal Basis FMCSA has authority under 49 U.S.C. 31136(e) and 31315 to grant exemptions from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. FMCSA must publish a notice of each exemption request in the Federal Register (49 CFR 381.315(a)). The Agency must provide the public an opportunity to inspect the information relevant to the application, including any safety analyses that have been conducted. The Agency must also provide an opportunity for public comment on the request. The Agency reviews the safety analyses and the public comments, and determines whether granting the exemption would likely achieve a level of safety equivalent to, or greater than, the level that would be achieved by the current regulation (49 CFR 381.305). The decision of the Agency must be published in the Federal Register (49 CFR 381.315(b)) with the reason for the grant or denial, and, if granted, the specific person or class of persons receiving the exemption, and the regulatory provision or provisions from which exemption is granted. The notice must also specify the applicability period of the exemption (up to 5 years), and explain the terms and conditions of the exemption. The exemption may be renewed (49 CFR 381.300(b)). Request for Exemption On behalf of Mr. Christophe Veber, Daimler has applied for a 5-year exemption from 49 CFR 383.23, which prescribes licensing requirements for drivers operating CMVs in interstate or intrastate commerce. Mr. Veber is unable to obtain a CDL in any of the States due to his lack of residency in the United States. A copy of the application is in Docket No. FMCSA-2012-0032. The exemption would allow Mr. Veber to operate CMVs in interstate or intrastate commerce to support Daimler field tests designed to meet future vehicle safety and environmental requirements and to develop improved safety and emission technologies. Mr. Veber needs to drive Daimler vehicles on public roads to better understand ``real world'' environments in the U.S. market. According to Daimler, Mr. Veber will typically drive for no more than 6 hours per day for 2 consecutive days, and that 10 percent of the test driving will be on two-lane State highways, while 90 percent will be on Interstate highways. The driving will consist of no more than 200 miles per day, for a total of 400 miles during a two-day period on a quarterly basis. He will in all cases be accompanied by a holder of a U.S. CDL who is familiar with the routes to be traveled. Mr. Veber would be required to comply with all applicable Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) (49 CFR parts 350-399) except the CDL provisions described in this notice. Mr. Veber holds a valid German commercial license, and as explained by Daimler in its exemption request, the requirements for that license ensure that the same level of safety is met or exceeded as if this driver had a U.S. CDL. Furthermore, according to Daimler, Mr. Veber is familiar with the operation of CMVs worldwide. IV. Method To Ensure an Equivalent or Greater Level of Safety FMCSA has previously determined that the process for obtaining a German commercial license is comparable to, or as effective as, the requirements of part 383, and adequately assesses the driver's ability to operate CMVs in the U.S. Since 2012, FMCSA has granted Daimler drivers similar exemptions [May 25, 2012 (77 FR 31422); July 22, 2014 (79 FR 42626); March 27, 2015 (80 FR 16511); October 5, 2015 (80 FR 60220); July 12, 2016 (81 FR 45217); July 25, 2016 (81 FR 48496); August 17, 2017 (82 FR 39151)]. V. Public Comments On April 24, 2018, FMCSA published notice of this application and requested public comments (82 FR 17886). No comments were submitted. VI. FMCSA Decision Based upon the merits of this application, including Mr. Veber's extensive driving experience and safety record, FMCSA has concluded that the exemption would likely achieve a level of safety that is equivalent to or greater than the level that would be achieved absent such exemption, in accordance with Sec. 381.305(a). VII. Terms and Conditions for the Exemption FMCSA grants Daimler and Christophe Veber an exemption from the CDL requirement in 49 CFR 383.23 to allow Mr. Veber to drive CMVs in this country without a U.S. State-issued CDL, subject to the following terms and conditions: (1) The driver and carrier must comply with all other applicable provisions of the FMCSRs (49 CFR parts 350-399); (2) the driver must be in possession of the exemption document and a valid German commercial license; (3) the driver must be employed by and operate the CMV within the scope of his duties for Daimler; (4) at all times while [[Page 45744]] operating a CMV under this exemption, the driver must be accompanied by a holder of a U.S. CDL who is familiar with the routes traveled; (5) Daimler must notify FMCSA in writing within 5 business days of any accident, as defined in 49 CFR 390.5, involving this driver; and (6) Daimler must notify FMCSA in writing if this driver is convicted of a disqualifying offense under Sec. 383.51 or Sec. 391.15 of the FMCSRs. In accordance with 49 U.S.C. 31315 and 31136(e), the exemption will be valid for 5 years unless revoked earlier by the FMCSA. The exemption will be revoked if: (1) Mr. Veber fails to comply with the terms and conditions of the exemption; (2) the exemption results in a lower level of safety than was maintained before it was granted; or (3) continuation of the exemption would be inconsistent with the goals and objectives of 49 U.S.C. 31315 and 31136. VIII. Preemption In accordance with 49 U.S.C. 31315(d), as implemented by 49 CFR 381.600, during the period this exemption is in effect, no State shall enforce any law or regulation applicable to interstate or intrastate commerce that conflicts with or is inconsistent with this exemption with respect to a firm or person operating under the exemption. Issued on: August 30, 2018. Raymond P. Martinez, Administrator. [FR Doc. 2018-19636 Filed 9-7-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-EX-P
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severe hypoglycemic reactions resulting Gene A. Vieira To submit your comment online, go to
in loss of consciousness, requiring the Mr. Vieira, 33, has had ITDM since http://www.regulations.gov and in the
assistance of another person, or search box insert the docket number
2003. His endocrinologist examined him
resulting in impaired cognitive function FMCSA–2018–0203 and click the search
in 2018 and certified that he has had no
that occurred without warning in the button. When the new screen appears,
severe hypoglycemic reactions resulting
past 12 months and no recurrent (two or click on the blue ‘‘Comment Now!’’
in loss of consciousness, requiring the
more) severe hypoglycemic episodes in button on the right hand side of the
assistance of another person, or
the last five years. His endocrinologist page. On the new page, enter
resulting in impaired cognitive function
certifies that Mr. Strong understands information required including the
that occurred without warning in the
diabetes management and monitoring, specific section of this document to
past 12 months and no recurrent (two or
has stable control of his diabetes using which each comment applies, and
more) severe hypoglycemic episodes in
provide a reason for each suggestion or
insulin, and is able to drive a CMV the last five years. His endocrinologist recommendation. If you submit your
safely. Mr. Strong meets the certifies that Mr. Vieira understands comments by mail or hand delivery,
requirements of the vision standard at diabetes management and monitoring, submit them in an unbound format, no
49 CFR 391.41(b)(10). His has stable control of his diabetes using larger than 81⁄2 by 11 inches, suitable for
ophthalmologist examined him in 2018 insulin, and is able to drive a CMV copying and electronic filing. If you
and certified that he does not have safely. Mr. Vieira meets the submit comments by mail and would
diabetic retinopathy. He holds a Class A requirements of the vision standard at like to know that they reached the
CDL from Illinois. 49 CFR 391.41(b)(10). His optometrist facility, please enclose a stamped, self-
examined him in 2018 and certified that addressed postcard or envelope.
Terelle E. Thomas he does not have diabetic retinopathy. We will consider all comments and
Mr. Thomas, 24, has had ITDM since He holds an operator’s license from materials received during the comment
Florida. period. FMCSA may issue a final
2017. His endocrinologist examined him
in 2018 and certified that he has had no Ronald Walker, Sr. determination at any time after the close
severe hypoglycemic reactions resulting of the comment period.
Mr. Walker, 50, has had ITDM since
in loss of consciousness, requiring the 2018. His endocrinologist examined him V. Viewing Comments and Documents
assistance of another person, or in 2018 and certified that he has had no To view comments, as well as any
resulting in impaired cognitive function severe hypoglycemic reactions resulting documents mentioned in this preamble,
that occurred without warning in the in loss of consciousness, requiring the go to http://www.regulations.gov and in
past 12 months and no recurrent (two or assistance of another person, or the search box insert the docket number
more) severe hypoglycemic episodes in resulting in impaired cognitive function FMCSA–2018–0203 and click ‘‘Search.’’
the last five years. His endocrinologist that occurred without warning in the Next, click ‘‘Open Docket Folder’’ and
certifies that Mr. Thomas understands past 12 months and no recurrent (two or you will find all documents and
diabetes management and monitoring, more) severe hypoglycemic episodes in comments related to this notice.
has stable control of his diabetes using the last five years. His endocrinologist Issued on: August 30, 2018.
insulin, and is able to drive a CMV certifies that Mr. Walker understands
Larry W. Minor,
safely. Mr. Thomas meets the diabetes management and monitoring,
requirements of the vision standard at has stable control of his diabetes using Associate Administrator for Policy.
49 CFR 391.41(b)(10). His optometrist insulin, and is able to drive a CMV [FR Doc. 2018–19627 Filed 9–7–18; 8:45 am]
examined him in 2018 and certified that safely. Mr. Walker meets the BILLING CODE 4910–EX–P
he does not have diabetic retinopathy. requirements of the vision standard at
He holds an operator’s license from 49 CFR 391.41(b)(10). His optometrist
examined him in 2018 and certified that DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Virginia.
he does not have diabetic retinopathy. Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Harvey S. Vaea He holds a Class A CDL from Illinois. Administration
Mr. Vaea, 52, has had ITDM since III. Request for Comments [Docket No. FMCSA–2012–0032]
2013. His endocrinologist examined him
In accordance with 49 U.S.C. 31136(e)
in 2018 and certified that he has had no and 31315, FMCSA requests public Commercial Driver’s License
severe hypoglycemic reactions resulting comment from all interested persons on Standards: Application for Exemption;
in loss of consciousness, requiring the the exemption petitions described in Daimler Trucks North America
assistance of another person, or this notice. We will consider all (Daimler)
resulting in impaired cognitive function comments received before the close of AGENCY: Federal Motor Carrier Safety
that occurred without warning in the business on the closing date indicated Administration (FMCSA), DOT.
past 12 months and no recurrent (two or in the dates section of the notice. ACTION: Notice of final disposition; grant
more) severe hypoglycemic episodes in
the last five years. His endocrinologist IV. Submitting Comments of application for exemption.
certifies that Mr. Vaea understands You may submit your comments and SUMMARY: FMCSA announces its
diabetes management and monitoring, material online or by fax, mail, or hand decision to grant an exemption to
has stable control of his diabetes using delivery, but please use only one of Daimler Trucks North America
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insulin, and is able to drive a CMV these means. FMCSA recommends that (Daimler) for one of its commercial
safely. Mr. Vaea meets the requirements you include your name and a mailing motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. Daimler
of the vision standard at 49 CFR address, an email address, or a phone requested a 5-year exemption from the
391.41(b)(10). His optometrist examined number in the body of your document Federal requirement to hold a U.S.
him in 2018 and certified that he does so that FMCSA can contact you if there commercial driver’s license (CDL) for
not have diabetic retinopathy. He holds are questions regarding your Mr. Christophe Veber, Lead Engineer in
a Class A CDL from California. submission. Vehicle Predictive Technology for
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Daimler. Mr. Veber holds a valid II. Legal Basis holder of a U.S. CDL who is familiar
German commercial license and wants with the routes to be traveled.
to test-drive Daimler vehicles on U.S. FMCSA has authority under 49 U.S.C. Mr. Veber would be required to
roads to better understand product 31136(e) and 31315 to grant exemptions comply with all applicable Federal
requirements for these systems in ‘‘real from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
world’’ environments, and verify Regulations. FMCSA must publish a (FMCSRs) (49 CFR parts 350–399)
results. Daimler believes the notice of each exemption request in the except the CDL provisions described in
requirements for a German commercial Federal Register (49 CFR 381.315(a)). this notice.
license ensure that holders of the The Agency must provide the public an Mr. Veber holds a valid German
license will likely achieve a level of opportunity to inspect the information commercial license, and as explained by
safety equal to or greater than that of relevant to the application, including Daimler in its exemption request, the
drivers who hold a U.S. State-issued any safety analyses that have been requirements for that license ensure that
CDL. conducted. The Agency must also the same level of safety is met or
provide an opportunity for public exceeded as if this driver had a U.S.
DATES: This exemption is applicable comment on the request. CDL. Furthermore, according to
September 10, 2018 and expires
The Agency reviews the safety Daimler, Mr. Veber is familiar with the
September 11, 2023.
analyses and the public comments, and operation of CMVs worldwide.
ADDRESSES: determines whether granting the
Docket: For access to the docket to IV. Method To Ensure an Equivalent or
exemption would likely achieve a level
read background documents or Greater Level of Safety
of safety equivalent to, or greater than,
comments, go to www.regulations.gov at the level that would be achieved by the FMCSA has previously determined
any time or visit Room W12–140 on the current regulation (49 CFR 381.305). that the process for obtaining a German
ground level of the West Building, 1200 The decision of the Agency must be commercial license is comparable to, or
New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, published in the Federal Register (49 as effective as, the requirements of part
DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., ET, CFR 381.315(b)) with the reason for the 383, and adequately assesses the
Monday through Friday, except Federal grant or denial, and, if granted, the driver’s ability to operate CMVs in the
holidays. The on-line FDMS is available specific person or class of persons U.S. Since 2012, FMCSA has granted
24 hours each day, 365 days each year. receiving the exemption, and the Daimler drivers similar exemptions
Privacy Act: In accordance with 5 regulatory provision or provisions from [May 25, 2012 (77 FR 31422); July 22,
U.S.C. 553(c), DOT solicits comments which exemption is granted. The notice 2014 (79 FR 42626); March 27, 2015 (80
from the public to better inform its must also specify the applicability FR 16511); October 5, 2015 (80 FR
rulemaking process. DOT posts these period of the exemption (up to 5 years), 60220); July 12, 2016 (81 FR 45217);
comments, without edit, including any and explain the terms and conditions of July 25, 2016 (81 FR 48496); August 17,
personal information the commenter the exemption. The exemption may be 2017 (82 FR 39151)].
provides, to www.regulations.gov, as renewed (49 CFR 381.300(b)).
described in the system of records V. Public Comments
notice (DOT/ALL–14 FDMS), which can Request for Exemption On April 24, 2018, FMCSA published
be reviewed at www.dot.gov/privacy. notice of this application and requested
On behalf of Mr. Christophe Veber,
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. public comments (82 FR 17886). No
Daimler has applied for a 5-year
Thomas Yager, Chief, FMCSA Driver comments were submitted.
exemption from 49 CFR 383.23, which
and Carrier Operations Division; Office prescribes licensing requirements for VI. FMCSA Decision
of Carrier, Driver and Vehicle Safety drivers operating CMVs in interstate or
Standards; Telephone: 614–942–6477. Based upon the merits of this
intrastate commerce. Mr. Veber is application, including Mr. Veber’s
Email: MCPSD@dot.gov. If you have unable to obtain a CDL in any of the
questions on viewing or submitting extensive driving experience and safety
States due to his lack of residency in the record, FMCSA has concluded that the
material to the docket, contact Docket United States. A copy of the application
Services, telephone (202) 366–9826. exemption would likely achieve a level
is in Docket No. FMCSA–2012–0032. of safety that is equivalent to or greater
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
The exemption would allow Mr. than the level that would be achieved
I. Public Participation Veber to operate CMVs in interstate or absent such exemption, in accordance
intrastate commerce to support Daimler with § 381.305(a).
Viewing Comments and Documents field tests designed to meet future
To view comments, as well as vehicle safety and environmental VII. Terms and Conditions for the
documents mentioned in this preamble requirements and to develop improved Exemption
as being available in the docket, go to safety and emission technologies. Mr. FMCSA grants Daimler and
www.regulations.gov and insert the Veber needs to drive Daimler vehicles Christophe Veber an exemption from
docket number, ‘‘FMCSA–2012–0032 in on public roads to better understand the CDL requirement in 49 CFR 383.23
the ‘‘Keyword’’ box and click ‘‘Search.’’ ‘‘real world’’ environments in the U.S. to allow Mr. Veber to drive CMVs in this
Next, click the ‘‘Open Docket Folder’’ market. According to Daimler, Mr. country without a U.S. State-issued
button and choose the document to Veber will typically drive for no more CDL, subject to the following terms and
review. If you do not have access to the than 6 hours per day for 2 consecutive conditions: (1) The driver and carrier
internet, you may view the docket days, and that 10 percent of the test must comply with all other applicable
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online by visiting the Docket driving will be on two-lane State provisions of the FMCSRs (49 CFR parts
Management Facility in Room W12–140 highways, while 90 percent will be on 350–399); (2) the driver must be in
on the ground floor of the DOT West Interstate highways. The driving will possession of the exemption document
Building, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, consist of no more than 200 miles per and a valid German commercial license;
Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. day, for a total of 400 miles during a (3) the driver must be employed by and
and 5 p.m., e.t., Monday through Friday, two-day period on a quarterly basis. He operate the CMV within the scope of his
except Federal holidays. will in all cases be accompanied by a duties for Daimler; (4) at all times while
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operating a CMV under this exemption, dates stated in the discussions below New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W64–224,
the driver must be accompanied by a and will expire on the dates stated in Washington, DC 20590–0001. Office
holder of a U.S. CDL who is familiar the discussions below. Comments must hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., e.t.,
with the routes traveled; (5) Daimler be received on or before October 10, Monday through Friday, except Federal
must notify FMCSA in writing within 5 2018. holidays. If you have questions
business days of any accident, as ADDRESSES: You may submit comments
regarding viewing or submitting
defined in 49 CFR 390.5, involving this bearing the Federal Docket Management material to the docket, contact Docket
driver; and (6) Daimler must notify System (FDMS) Docket No. FMCSA– Services, telephone (202) 366–9826.
FMCSA in writing if this driver is 2012–0332; FMCSA–2014–0385 using SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
convicted of a disqualifying offense any of the following methods:
under § 383.51 or § 391.15 of the I. Background
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
FMCSRs. http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the Under 49 U.S.C. 31136(e) and 31315,
In accordance with 49 U.S.C. 31315 online instructions for submitting FMCSA may grant an exemption for five
and 31136(e), the exemption will be years if it finds ‘‘such exemption would
comments.
valid for 5 years unless revoked earlier • Mail: Docket Management Facility; likely achieve a level of safety that is
by the FMCSA. The exemption will be U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 equivalent to or greater than the level
revoked if: (1) Mr. Veber fails to comply New Jersey Avenue SE, West Building that would be achieved absent such
with the terms and conditions of the Ground Floor, Room W12–140, exemption.’’ The statute also allows the
exemption; (2) the exemption results in Washington, DC 20590–0001. Agency to renew exemptions at the end
a lower level of safety than was • Hand Delivery: West Building of the five-year period. FMCSA grants
maintained before it was granted; or (3) Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 exemptions from the FMCSRs for a two-
continuation of the exemption would be New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, year period to align with the maximum
inconsistent with the goals and DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., e.t., duration of a driver’s medical
objectives of 49 U.S.C. 31315 and 31136. Monday through Friday, except Federal certification.
The physical qualification standard
VIII. Preemption Holidays.
• Fax: 1–202–493–2251. for drivers regarding hearing found in
In accordance with 49 U.S.C. 49 CFR 391.41(b)(11) states that a
Instructions: Each submission must
31315(d), as implemented by 49 CFR person is physically qualified to driver
include the Agency name and the
381.600, during the period this a CMV if that person first perceives a
docket number(s) for this notice. Note
exemption is in effect, no State shall forced whispered voice in the better ear
that all comments received will be
enforce any law or regulation applicable at not less than 5 feet with or without
posted without change to http://
to interstate or intrastate commerce that the use of a hearing aid or, if tested by
www.regulations.gov, including any
conflicts with or is inconsistent with use of an audiometric device, does not
personal information provided. Please
this exemption with respect to a firm or have an average hearing loss in the
see the Privacy Act heading below for
person operating under the exemption. better ear greater than 40 decibels at 500
further information.
Issued on: August 30, 2018. Docket: For access to the docket to Hz, 1,000 Hz, and 2,000 Hz with or
Raymond P. Martinez, read background documents or without a hearing aid when the
Administrator. comments, go to http:// audiometric device is calibrated to
www.regulations.gov at any time or American National Standard (formerly
[FR Doc. 2018–19636 Filed 9–7–18; 8:45 am]
Room W12–140 on the ground level of ASA Standard) Z24.5—1951.
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the West Building, 1200 New Jersey 49 CFR 391.41(b)(11) was adopted in
Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 1970, with a revision in 1971 to allow
a.m. and 5 p.m., e.t., Monday through drivers to be qualified under this
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Friday, except Federal holidays. The standard while wearing a hearing aid,
Federal Motor Carrier Safety FDMS is available 24 hours each day, 35 FR 6458, 6463 (April 22, 1970) and
Administration 365 days each year. If you want 36 FR 12857 (July 3, 1971).
The 2 individuals listed in this notice
[Docket No. FMCSA–2012–0332; FMCSA– acknowledgment that we received your
have requested renewal of their
2014–0385] comments, please include a self-
exemptions from the hearing standard
addressed, stamped envelope or
Qualification of Drivers; Exemption in 49 CFR 391.41(b)(11), in accordance
postcard or print the acknowledgement
Applications; Hearing with FMCSA procedures. Accordingly,
page that appears after submitting
FMCSA has evaluated these
AGENCY: Federal Motor Carrier Safety comments online.
applications for renewal on their merits
Privacy Act: In accordance with 5
Administration (FMCSA), DOT. and decided to extend each exemption
U.S.C. 553(c), DOT solicits comments
ACTION: Notice of renewal of for a renewable two-year period.
from the public to better inform its
exemptions; request for comments. rulemaking process. DOT posts these II. Request for Comments
SUMMARY: FMCSA announces its comments, without edit, including any Interested parties or organizations
decision to renew exemptions for 2 personal information the commenter possessing information that would
individuals from the hearing provides, to http://www.regulations.gov, otherwise show that any, or all, of these
requirement in the Federal Motor as described in the system of records drivers are not currently achieving the
Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) for notice (DOT/ALL–14 FDMS), which can statutory level of safety should
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interstate commercial motor vehicle be reviewed at http://www.dot.gov/ immediately notify FMCSA. The
(CMV) drivers. The exemptions enable privacy. Agency will evaluate any adverse
these hard of hearing and deaf FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. evidence submitted and, if safety is
individuals to continue to operate CMVs Christine A. Hydock, Chief, Medical being compromised or if continuation of
in interstate commerce. Programs Division, 202–366–4001, the exemption would not be consistent
DATES: Each group of renewed fmcsamedical@dot.gov, FMCSA, with the goals and objectives of 49
exemptions were applicable on the Department of Transportation, 1200 U.S.C. 31136(e) and 31315, FMCSA will
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| Action | Notice of final disposition; grant of application for exemption. | |
| Dates | This exemption is applicable September 10, 2018 and expires September 11, 2023. | |
| Contact | Mr. Thomas Yager, Chief, FMCSA Driver and Carrier Operations Division; Office of Carrier, Driver and Vehicle Safety Standards; Telephone: 614-942-6477. Email: [email protected] If you have questions on viewing or submitting material to the docket, contact Docket Services, telephone (202) 366-9826. | |
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