Who has to stop at these? What is their purpose? I’ve seen signs saying all truckers must stop but some semi’s and trucks hauling trailers pass by them.
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A few reasons.
1) To ensure that the cargoes being moved are not overweight, which can both cause damage to roads as well as be a safety hazard.
2) To ensure drivers are not driving too long without manditory rest breaks. Truck drivers need to fill out log books like airplane pilots do, and record when they both start and stop driving for the day.
3) To ensure the safety and soundness of the vehicle.
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