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PUC To Increase Motor Carrier Enforcement In Marcellus Shale Counties
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The Public Utility Commission this week said it has increased motor carrier enforcement presence in the five-county area of northeastern Pennsylvania connected to the Marcellus Shale natural gas development.
The increase in enforcement is a result of several complaints received by the Commission involving carriers transporting commodities without a PUC certificate. Complainants also alleged that several carriers were violating the PUC's hours of service regulations.
Increased inspections are taking place in Tioga, Bradford, Sullivan, Wyoming and Susquehanna counties to ensure the motor carriers are complying with PUC regulations.
Trucking companies are required to have a PUC property certificate and proof of insurance if they are involved with transporting commodities related to the drilling operation, such as water, sand and stone.
Carriers operating without the certificate and insurance can be subject to Commission penalties. Also carriers violating the safety regulations that pertain to the drivers and equipment can be cited and placed out-of-service.
Information on obtaining a PUC property certificate can be accessed by contacting the PUC Application unit at 717-787-3834. Questions concerning the safety regulations can be directed to the PUC Safety Office at 717-772-2254. Applications are available on the PUC website.
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2/12/2010 |
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