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Screening Drivers of Large Commercial Trucks for Training, Experience and Safety Record
49 C.F.R. § 391.21 specifies what must be included in drivers’ employment application. It requires that carriers check driving license records for the last three years, and inquire of previous employment with carriers for the same period, including verification of employment, accidents, DUIs, positive or adulterated drug tests, and refusal to take drug tests.
49 C.F.R. § 391.25 requires that he carrier must make an annual driving record inquiry and review.
49 C.F.R. § 391.27 requires that the driver annually certify all traffic violations for the past 12 months. Records of all this must be maintained in the driver qualification file.