SUMMARY

Biennial Update (BU) Certificates are proof of Biennial Update filing

Issued by a compliance officer with an ID number

Certificate ID cards can be kept in vehicles; Certificates may be kept on record in your safety compliance portfolio

Certificates come with free violation challenges per FMCSR 390.201 or FMCSR 390.19 Certificates and ID cards will only be issued to motor carriers whose Biennial Update is verified by a compliance officer