2019 truck inspection is a crucial aspect of ensuring road safety and legal compliance. This article focuses on truck weight regulations and penalties for overloading according to Decree 100/2019/ND-CP, applicable to 2019 truck inspections.
Truck payload is understood as the maximum load capacity technically permitted for the vehicle, as published by the manufacturer in the vehicle’s technical documentation. During a truck inspection, the designed payload is the permissible load recorded in the certificate of technical safety and environmental protection inspection.
According to Regulation 41/2016/BGVT, the gross vehicle weight is the weight of the vehicle in a static state plus the number of people, luggage, and goods loaded on the vehicle. This parameter is recorded in the truck inspection certificate.
Payload is the measure used to determine if a vehicle is carrying more than the allowed amount of goods. Authorities will rely on the truck inspection certificate to penalize overloading violations.
Overload Penalties According to Decree 100/2019/ND-CP
Decree 100/2019/ND-CP stipulates significant penalties for truck overloading violations, aiming to deter violations and ensure traffic safety. The specific penalties are as follows:
| Overload Level | Driver Fine | Vehicle Owner Fine (Individual) |
|---|---|---|
| 10% – 30% | VND 800,000 – 1,000,000, Driver’s License Suspension 1-3 months | VND 2,000,000 – 4,000,000 |
| 30% – 50% | VND 3,000,000 – 5,000,000, Driver’s License Suspension 1-3 months | VND 6,000,000 – 8,000,000 |
| 50% – 100% | VND 5,000,000 – 7,000,000, Driver’s License Suspension 1-3 months | VND 14,000,000 – 16,000,000 |
| 100% – 150% | VND 7,000,000 – 8,000,000, Driver’s License Suspension 2-4 months | VND 16,000,000 – 18,000,000 |
| Over 150% | VND 8,000,000 – 12,000,000, Driver’s License Suspension 3-5 months | VND 18,000,000 – 20,000,000 |
Note: Overloading under 10% is not penalized. If the vehicle owner is an organization, the fine is doubled. In addition to fines, drivers are also required to unload the excess cargo.
Enhancing Control and Handling of Overload Violations
Authorities are intensifying patrols, inspections, and handling of violations related to overloading, especially on key national and provincial highways. Compliance with weight regulations when participating in traffic is the responsibility of everyone, contributing to ensuring safety for themselves and the community.
In conclusion, adhering to weight regulations during 2019 truck inspections is extremely important. Vehicle owners and drivers need to understand the regulations and penalties to avoid violations, ensure traffic safety, and prevent economic losses.
