APWU Update: CDL Medical Certification Integration
USPS has not notified the union or our members of these mandatory changes.
FMCSA
APWU MVS Division Settles Step-4 Grievance on FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
December 1, 2020 Earlier this summer, MVS announced a National Dispute on the Postal Service’s unilateral implementation of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse Consent Form and Program. During the Step-4 meeting, the parties discussed the form, program and issues involved including the Article 1, 5 and 19 violations of the Collective Bargaining Agreement … Read more
APWU MVS Craft Initiates National Dispute Re: Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Consent Form
August 31, 2020 On August 28, the MVS craft initiated a National Step 4 Dispute contesting the Postal Service’s unilateral implementation of work requirements related to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. Click here to view the dispute initiation letter: APWU Case Number HQTV20200376 Re. Unilateral Implementation of FMCSA Clearinghouse … Read more
APWU: FMCSA Extends Policy Changes for Drivers Due to COVID-19 Pandemic
July 22, 2020 The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has extended two COVID-19 notices relating to medical certifications and driver’s licenses. Click here to view the notification. The notices are effective March 24, 2020 through September 30, 2020. MEDICAL CERTIFICATIONS Drivers may continue to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) with an expired medical … Read more
APWU: FMCSA Waives Regulations that Includes PVS CDL Holders in Response to COVID-19
April 29, 2020 Due to the COVID-19 national emergency, there is a high public need for transportation professionals. In response, the Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), recently announced a waiver from certain regulations applicable to all interstate and intrastate commercial driver’s license (CDL) and commercial learner’s permit (CLP) holders and to … Read more
Big Win for APWU MVS: Subcontractor’s Application for Safety Exemption Denied
Hundreds Who Spoke Out Made the Difference Web News Article #: 60-2016 03/17/2016 – The APWU won an important victory on March 15 – one that will save lives and help protect the jobs of Postal Service drivers. After hearing outcries from APWU members and allies, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) denied a … Read more
Submit Comments on Private Mail Hauler’s Exemption Application for Hours of Service of Drivers
Click Here to submit your comments on why private subcontractors should not be on the road for more than 14 hours without an adequate break.
APWU: Subcontractors Seek Exemption that Threatens Safety on the Roads
Web News Article #: 171-2015 08/27/2015 – Imagine the danger posed by a sleep-deprived driver of an 18-wheel tractor-trailer – whether he’s on the highway or driving through your neighborhood. Despite the hazard, private subcontractors that haul mail for the U.S. Postal Service are seeking an exemption from federal safety rules that prohibit commercial drivers … Read more