177.816 — Driver training - hazmat specific
FMCSA violation code under Hazardous Materials. 2 events recorded in roadside inspections. Severity weight: 6. Out-of-service eligible.
Violation Description
Driver has not received required training specific to the hazardous materials being transported.
About This Violation Code
Code 177.816 falls under the Hazardous Materials BASIC category in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS). It carries a severity weight of 6 (scale 1-10, higher = more severe). This violation is Out-of-Service eligible, meaning the driver or vehicle may be placed out of service at roadside when cited.
When this violation is cited during a roadside inspection, it contributes to the carrier's Hazardous Materials BASIC score. Carriers with high BASIC percentiles may be prioritized for FMCSA interventions including warning letters, investigations, or compliance reviews.
Regulatory Reference
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
This violation references 49 CFR 177.816 in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Top Carriers Cited
Ranked by frequency • 2 carriers total
Top Carriers with 177.816 Violations
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | PATRICK INDUSTRIES | 93791 | 1 |
| #2 | MINNESOTA COMMUNICATIONS INC | 3258274 | 1 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 177.816 was cited • 2 total events