Alternative methods for safety analysis and intervention for contracting commercial vehicles and drivers in Connecticut

Jackson, Eric; Lownes, Nicholas; Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering

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Alternative methods for safety analysis and intervention for contracting commercial vehicles and drivers in Connecticut

2012-06-01
By Jackson, Eric ; Lownes, Nicholas

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Jackson, Eric ; Lownes, Nicholas

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Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering
Corporate Contributors:

Connecticut. Dept. of Transportation
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Accountability Model (CSA)/Motor Carrier Safety Measurement System (SMS) Commercial Vehicles Commercial Vehicle Safety Compliance Federal Laws FMCSA Laws Laws And Legislation Policy, Legislation And Regulation Regulations Safety State Laws
Publication/ Report Number:

CT-2272-F-12-5
Resource Type:

Tech Report
Geographical Coverage:

Connecticut
Edition:

Final report; May 2011-June 2012.
Corporate Publisher:

Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering
Abstract:

This study evaluated Connecticut’s current system for qualifying contractors for

the use of commercial vehicles on state contracts, identifies its impacts, and

makes recommendations on how the state should revise the current system. The

primary conclusion is that the current contractor qualification system used by

Connecticut for the award of state contracts should be revised. Specifically, the

use of a contractor’s out-of-service rating and CSA/SMS scores is neither

statistically valid nor justified for the purpose of qualifying contractors for the

use of commercial vehicles on state contracts. Under the recommended system, the

state would qualify contractors based on proof of required insurance coverage and

certification by the contractor that: they are enrolled in a drug and alcohol

testing program, if applicable; they are not currently suspended from operating

commercial vehicles by FMCSA; their drivers are in good standing; they are in

compliance with all state/federal regulations/laws; and they have no outstanding

fines or fees due to the state. Additionally, state agencies would periodically

sample contractor records to verify compliance with contractor qualification

requirements throughout a contract period. It is also recommended that

subcontractors should be held to the same standards as the primary contractor, as

stated above.
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SPR-2272
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