FMCSA releases results on spring 'strike force'

Jul 27, 2009

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced June 22 results from a spring "strike force" enforcement initiative to improve passenger bus safety.

Department of Transportation officials said in a press release that law enforcement officials performed approximately 8,700 roadside inspections, which resulted in more than 650 buses and 225 drivers being placed out of service for non-compliance with federal regulations. More than 665 bus companies were contacted for onsite comprehensive compliance reviews. The effort is part of FMCSA's "Operation Safe Student," which was carried out May 8-21 nationwide and in U.S. territories. Additional "strike force" efforts are underway.