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A roadability review is an on-site examination of an intermodal equipment provider’s (IEP) compliance with the applicable Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs). This includes compliance with Parts 390, 393, and 396.
These requirements apply to an intermodal equipment provider.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) performs roadability reviews and then evaluates the results using the criteria in Appendix A to Part 385.
If FMCSA discovers violations of Parts 390, 393, and 396 as the result of a roadability review, FMCSA may cite the IEP and impose civil penalties.
If FMCSA determines that a certain item of intermodal equipment is an imminent hazard, FMCSA may prohibit the IEP from offering the item.
FMCSA may prohibit an IEP from offering any intermodal equipment from a particular location or multiple locations if FMCSA determines the IEP’s failure to comply with the FMCSRs is an imminent hazard.
Imminent hazard means that if not discontinued immediately, the condition of the intermodal equipment substantially increases the likelihood of serious injury or death.