Assignment and Manning of Personnel at Weigh Stations
- DPWH Regional/District Offices to assign five personnel per shift at each weighbridge/portable weighing station.
- DOTC through the LTO to assign one personnel per shift to deputize DPWH or PNP-TMG personnel.
- DILG through PNP-TMG to assign one personnel per shift.
- Each station to operate 24 hours, divided into three shifts: 0800-1600, 1600-2400, and 2400-0800 including weekends and holidays.
Responsibilities of DPWH at Weigh Stations
- DPWH responsible for operating weighbridge and portable axle load stations nationwide.
- DPWH personnel to weigh loaded trucks and trailers using approved equipment.
- Actual load per axle and total allowable gross vehicle weight recorded on prescribed forms.
- Identification of overloaded vehicles exceeding 13,500 kg on any dual-wheel axle or gross vehicle weights as per Annex "A."
- Immediate notification to LTO and PNP-TMG for appropriate enforcement actions.
- DPWH provides copies of weighing forms to LTO and PNP-TMG personnel.
Penalties and Enforcement by DOTC/LTO
- DOTC through LTO to enforce penalties based on weigh station determinations.
- LTO or deputized DPWH/PNP-TMG personnel to issue Temporary Operator's Permit (TOP) to drivers of overloaded vehicles.
- Penalty amount equals 25% of the applicable Motor Vehicle User's Charge (MVUC) at time of infringement.
- Penalties waived if overload is within a tolerance of less than 5% over allowable GVW.
Traffic Management and Restriction by DILG/PNP-TMG
- DILG through PNP-TMG to prevent vehicles from proceeding if:
- Any dual-wheel axle load exceeds 13,500 kg, or
- Total vehicle load exceeds 150% of allowable GVW.
Effectivity and Publication
- The Order takes effect 15 days after filing with the Office of the National Administrative Register and publication in two nationwide newspapers.
Key Legal Concepts
- Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) limits and dual-wheel axle load limits are critical thresholds for vehicle movement on national roads.
- Coordinated enforcement among DPWH, DOTC (LTO), and DILG (PNP-TMG) is essential for compliance.
- Temporary Operator's Permits serve as formal notices and impose financial penalties on violators.
- Tolerance levels allow for minor weight excesses without penalty, balancing enforcement with practical trucking operations.
- Overloaded vehicles constitute a risk to public infrastructure and safety, justifying strict regulatory control and penalties.