At the October 6th California Transportation Permit Advisory Committee (CTPAC) meeting at the Port of Long Beach, there was a request by the industry to look into updating Chapter 2 of the Caltrans Transportation Permit Manual (TPM). Chapter 2 of the TPM addresses definitions of types of permits, products that require a permit and the equipment used to transport those products. The Chapter is 27 pages and has not been updated since 1991. During the CTPAC meeting, CTA member Reeve Trucking brought up the issue that some definitions aren’t reflective of some of the products that require a permit and suggested it be updated. During the discussion it was recommended a Chapter 2 Work Group be created to review the Chapter and propose updates that can be implemented into the Chapter.

 

The first work group meeting, Chaired by Matt Klenske, CTA member, Dalton Trucking, occurred on November 3rd. Members of the work group include CTA members Reeve Trucking, Marco Transport, Southern California Contractors Association, California Trucking Association and Caltrans. During the meeting Caltrans stated it is already in the process of updating the Chapter and will send over the draft revisions for the Work Group to review. The draft should be available in advance of the February CTPAC meeting. If you’re interested in reviewing the chapter and would like to be a member of the Chapter 2 Work Group let Eric Sauer know.

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