Below is text from an FMCSA Division Manager’s email about the Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP).

Included are several links that will help you better understand this critically important new service that will become available to help you when selecting drivers.

Please use this information to help you be informed and better prepared for utilization of PSP.

"I am very pleased to announce the official launch of the Pre-employment Screening Program (PSP), which allows commercial motor carrier companies to electronically access driver inspection and crash records as a part of the hiring process. PSP is another way that we are raising the safety bar for the motor carrier industry and helps to make our roads safer for everyone.

The Pre-Employment Screening Program offers access to up to five years of driver crash data and three years of inspection data regardless of the state or jurisdiction. By using driver safety information during pre-employment screening, commercial carriers will be able to better assess the potential safety risks of prospective driver-employees. PSP also gives drivers additional opportunities to verify the data in their driving history and correct any discrepancies. A driver’s records will be protected in accordance with federal privacy laws.

If you have any questions or receive questions about PSP, there are many references that can assist:"

• Visit the PSP Web site

• View the PSP Frequently Asked Questions

• Contact the contractor’s customer service center by emailing
PSPenrollment@nicusa.com or toll free at 1-877-684-6832.

• Or contact FMCSA’s PSP operations manager, Arlene Thompson,
Arlene.thompson@dot.gov