New Hampshire has adopted Part 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs), with some exceptions.
Part 391 applies to any self-propelled or towed motor vehicle used on a highway in intrastate and interstate commerce when the vehicle has a gross vehicle weight rating, gross combination weight rating, gross vehicle weight, or gross combination weight of 10,001 pounds or more, or is of any size transporting a placardable amount of hazardous materials.
| Age | - 18-years old non-hazardous materials, non-hazardous substances, or non-hazardous wastes
- 21-years old hazardous materials, hazardous substances, or hazardous wastes
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| Drivers Qualification (DQ File) | Same as federal |
| Driving Records | The form DSMV 505, must be used.
The form may be accessed via the Department of Safety website:
www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/forms/index.htm.
The fee is $15.00 per request |
| Physical Exam - Motor Carrier | Physical exam and certificate required
A person who is not physically qualified to drive may apply for a waiver with the New Hampshire Department of Safety. |
