Why has the reference, 49 CFR 393.106, Front-end Structure, been included in CPL 2-1.30?
Response: This reference has been included as Appendix A in the compliance directive because the definition of a “heavy hauler trailer” includes the term Front-end Structure as defined at 49 CFR 393.106. As indicated in the compliance directive, the Department of Transportation has rules that continue to deal with the chocking of heavy hauler trailers as well as agricultural commodity trailers and pulpwood trailers. Therefore, the Front-end Structure appendix was included to provide Compliance Officers with additional guidance for determining whether a trailer displays the characteristics necessary to be deemed a heavy hauler trailer. Question 2: Is it OSHA’s intention to regulate motor carrier responsibilities as they pertain to the protection against shifting or falling cargo? Response: No, OSHA has no intention of regulating commercial motor vehicle responsibilities as they pertain to the protection against shifting or falling cargo. OSHA is preempted under Section 4(b)(1) of the Oc
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