Truck Inspections: Police Uncovered Massive Violations
According to information from Thursday, 55,000 euros in on-the-spot fines and provisional security deposits were collected. The international operation on Tuesday and Wednesday involved 14 police officers from Germany, Croatia, and Slovenia, with the participation of the European Labour Authority.
468 Reports in Heavy Traffic Inspections in Lower Austria and Burgenland
On the East and North/Weinviertel motorways, the inspections focused particularly on the drivers' fitness to drive and compliance with driving and rest periods as well as tachograph regulations. Naturally, weight, dimensions, cargo, and technical condition were also in focus.
47 vehicles were inspected, with 35 of them having complaints, according to a release from the Lower Austria State Police Directorate. Regarding reports, there were 214 for social regulations, 166 for serious technical defects, and 47 due to technical defects with imminent danger. There were 15 license plate removals, and 26 other reports were filed. 351 identity checks were carried out, with one person being listed in the Schengen Information System.
(APA/Red)
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