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Overweight Truck Permits and Department of Labor Recordkeeping

Overweight Truck Permits and Department of Labor Recordkeeping

Overweight Truck Permit Available but Limited

Caltrans has issued a press release on special permits authorizing overweight trucks to deliver emergency COVID-19 supplies. In discussions with CDFA, we understand that this should apply to ag products throughout the supply chain that support food deliveries to retail outlets. The new permits option does not apply to export. 

Press Release Link: https://dot.ca.gov/news-releases/news-release-2020-007

To apply for the permits use this link: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/traffic-operations/transportation-permits/how-to-apply

We currently understand Caltrans at this time is issuing permits on an individual basis for each trip. 

Department of Labor Record Keeping Guidance – COVID-19

Following is an overview on recent Department of Labor guidance for record keeping and COVID-19.

Doc: Department of Labor Issues COVID-19 Recordkeeping Guidance 

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