Understanding MVRs (Motor Vehicle Records)
Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) provide crucial information about a driver’s history. Here’s what you need to know:
- Content:
- Driver Information: Includes the driver’s name, date of birth, and license number.
- Driving Events: Covers traffic citations, license suspensions, DUI convictions, accident reports, and other motor vehicle incidents.
- Purpose:
- DOT Requirement: Companies regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) must run MVRs on all drivers before hiring them and continue to do so at least once every 12 months during their employment.
- Risk Mitigation: MVRs help identify high-risk drivers, reducing the chances of accidents, liabilities, and legal issues.
Enhancing Transparency with PSP (Pre-Employment Screening Program) Reports
- What Is PSP?:
- The PSP report supplements MVRs by providing additional data during the hiring process.
- Unlike MVRs (which cover incidents within a specific state), PSP reports include incidents nationwide.
- Key Features:
- Five-Year History: PSP reports include data from all CDL numbers a driver has held over the past five years.
- Comprehensive Insights: They offer a broader perspective beyond state-specific records.
Leveraging CDLIS (Commercial Driver’s License Information System) Reports
- Purpose:
- CDLIS reports allow employers to comply with FMCSA requirements (Regulation 391.23).
- They help locate the appropriate state to run a driver’s MVR Driving History.
- What CDLIS Reveals:
- Prior Licenses: CDLIS verifies prior licenses held by the driver.
- Current CDL: Confirms the driver’s current Commercial Driver’s License.
- Up to Three Prior Licenses: Reviews up to three previous licenses.
The Power of Combined Data
By combining MVRs, PSP reports, and CDLIS data, your team can make well-informed hiring decisions and significantly reduce risk. Remember, safety on the roads begins with thorough background checks and a commitment to hiring qualified and reliable drivers.