Md. Code Regs. 11.16.05.02

Current through Register Vol. 52, No. 1, January 10, 2025

Section 11.16.05.02 - Operational Requirements

A. The applicant shall submit an Operational Plan to the Administration. The Operational Plan shall include:

(1) A description of the type of technology that is being utilized in the participating truck, including detailed descriptions of the vehicle safety features;

(2) The route information, including the locations, dates, and times of planned travel;

(3) The types of traffic and roadway conditions expected to be encountered;

(4) Any environmental condition limitations;

(5) A description of the driver training plan for drivers of the participating truck; and

(6) A company contact for the purpose of communication with the Administration.

B. The Administration shall conduct a safety evaluation of the Operational Plan in consultation with appropriate agencies, including but not limited to the Maryland State Police, the Maryland Transportation Authority, and the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration. The Administration may:

(1) Approve the plan without changes;

(2) Request modifications to the Operational Plan; or

(3) Deny the Operational Plan.

C. The Administration, the Maryland State Police, the Maryland Transportation Authority, or the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration may request an inspection of all technology and safety equipment prior to or any time after approval.

D. The Administration reserves the right to withdraw written approval for any lawful reason, including but not limited to failure to comply with this regulation or any related policies or procedures established by the Administration.

Md. Code Regs. 11.16.05.02

Regulation .02 adopted effective 48:21 Md. R. 890, eff. 10/18/2021