Driver Qualification File Checklist Template
Printable DQ file checklist for carriers: all required documents under 49 CFR Part 391, organized by document type with retention notes.
CDL Compliance Checklists & Templates
Practical checklists and tracker templates for CDL compliance. These are educational reference tools — not legal documents. Adapt them to your specific situation with input from a compliance professional as needed.
New CDL Driver Onboarding Checklist Template
Step-by-step onboarding checklist for new CDL driver hires: pre-employment, first day, and 30-day follow-up tasks.
Medical Card Expiration Tracker Template
Template for tracking DOT medical certificate expiration dates across your driver pool, with reminder fields for 60-day and 30-day advance notice.
Annual MVR Review Tracker Template
Template to track annual motor vehicle record inquiries and driver qualification reviews for each CDL driver, ensuring 12-month compliance.
Clearinghouse Query Log Template
Template to log all FMCSA Clearinghouse queries (pre-employment and annual) for CDL drivers, including query type, date, result, and follow-up actions.
Driver Application Packet Checklist Template
Checklist of items to include in a CDL driver application packet, from the driver application to consent forms and policy acknowledgments.
Driver File Audit Worksheet Template
Self-audit worksheet for reviewing DQ files: one row per driver, columns for each required document, and space for deficiency notes.
ELDT Completion Checklist Template
Checklist to verify that a CDL applicant has completed all required ELDT elements before taking the CDL skills test.
CDL Endorsement Checklist Template
Template to track which CDL endorsements a driver holds, expiration dates, and what additional steps are required for each.
Owner-Operator Compliance Calendar Template
Annual compliance calendar for CDL owner-operators: recurring tasks, due dates, and what agencies to contact for each requirement.
DOT Drug and Alcohol Program Setup Checklist for Small Carriers
Checklist for setting up a DOT-compliant drug and alcohol testing program for a small trucking fleet or owner-operator.
Previous Employer Safety Performance Inquiry — What to Request
Educational reference on what information to request in a previous employer safety performance history inquiry under 49 CFR 391.23.