i need some real help figuring out what to do!

I think if she finds that company, she be required to post which one that is, so we have a shot at it..

 

and let's see the DOT rule about only 1 passenger.

have a link ??

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Not sure about DOT rule about 1 passenger only, but I know many companies have such a policy. I assume she meant they would alternate because more than 2 is too many IMHO.

Also, many facilities have restrictive passenger policies inside the facility and often make non CDL holders wait outside.

 

I would like to see this regulation as well. I realize most companies limit you to one passenger and believe this makes sense. It makes sense from a liability standpoint and for limiting the amount of distraction.

Since I have never seen any regulations limiting the number of occupants in a CMV, I believe that there is no limit. I however believe that unless an approved restraint device protects each occupant that you could find yourself with a violation in case of a DOT inspection.

I have spent a little time thinking about this and if I were to do this I would want someone to be in bunk restraints, unless I had a third seat with approved restraints, during any LEO encounters.

 

I have family members constantly bugging me to take them along,I will not,unless it is a very short run,which in my world,is rare..

However,that man said it is a DOT rule,(1 passenger in CMV) and I,too,would like to see the proof,as this is how B.S. gets started,and the older I get,the less tolerance I have for it..

Unless,of course,it is in FUN...in this case,I do not believe it was.

 

Maybe its not a DOT rule I made a mistake,shoot me..Dam you guys sound like little kids..

Over all as far I know most companies only allowed 1 passenger,now if your an O/O and there no DOT rule of amount passengers you can have,then bring the hold family with you.Heck bring your in-laws while your at it..

 

Shoot ya?Nah,admitting a mistake is good enough.(many don't) In-Laws?

 

I'm not married...

 

I think you should be a little real. Companies that take on trainees and put them out with a trainer usually require them to go OTR for three to six months after training. This is to prove to them you are capable of handling various types of loads and seeing how efficent you are. However, you could ask to be put on the waiting list while starting off OTR. It can take a week to six months. It all depends on that companies needs.

That being said, put together a list of questions and expectations. If your husband and daughter can take care of things for a year while you do OTR, you will be better off.

KH