Printable checklist

Insurance and Authority Documents Checklist

A printable checklist for carrier authority, insurance, registration, and UCR records.

Last reviewed: 2026-05-12
Written by: Dale Whitfield
Reviewed by: DOT Audit Prep Editorial Team
Source confidence: High
Format: Print-friendly HTML

Use case

Use this when business records live with the owner, insurance agent, and registration portals.

Carrier identity

Legal name checked
DBA checked
USDOT record saved
Operating authority details saved where applicable
MCS-150 details reviewed

Insurance and filings

Insurance certificate current
Policy documents saved
FMCSA filing proof checked where applicable
Agent contact saved

Registration records

UCR proof saved where applicable
Registration receipts saved
Lease or ownership documents saved for equipment

Related guide

Use the full guide when you need context, common gaps, and before/during/after audit steps.

Open Insurance and Authority Documents Checklist

Sources

eCFR · regulation

49 CFR Part 387 - Minimum Levels of Financial Responsibility

Financial responsibility rules for motor carriers and freight forwarders.

Last checked: 2026-05-12

FMCSA · official

FMCSA Registration

Registration, operating authority, and USDOT number resources.

Last checked: 2026-05-12

UCR Board · official

Unified Carrier Registration

Official UCR registration site.

Last checked: 2026-05-12