- 21.6% of 45,000 vehicles that had a Level 1 inspection were placed OOS for vehicle-related violations. A Level I inspection is a 37-step procedure that includes examination of driver operating requirements and vehicle mechanical fitness;
- The top three OOS vehicle violations were for brake systems (28.4%), tires and wheels (19.1%), and brake adjustments (16.3%);
- 13.1% of the vehicles carrying hazardous materials/damaged goods that had a Level I or II inspection were placed OOS; and
- 3.9% of drivers inspected were placed OOS for driver violations.
Originally Posted on the Idealease Safety Bulletin