Who performs the Special Performance Evaluation (SPE)?

The Special Performance Evaluation (SPE) is performed by a representative from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This evaluation is specifically designed to assess an individual's ability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle after an incident that raised concerns about their driving capabilities. The FMCSA representative is trained and authorized to conduct these evaluations in accordance with federal regulations and guidelines, ensuring that the assessment is comprehensive and meets the standards set out by the agency.

While other professionals, such as licensed physicians or state DMV officers, play important roles in the overall process of maintaining driver safety and compliance, they do not conduct the SPE itself. Each of these roles has distinct responsibilities, but the SPE is unique to the oversight and regulatory functions of the FMCSA. Therefore, the correct identification of who performs this specific evaluation highlights the importance of having specialized expertise and oversight in ensuring the safety of commercial drivers on the roads.